Melwood, Maryland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Melwood
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 Melwood
Location in Maryland
Melwood
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Prince George's |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.83 sq mi (7.34 km2) |
| • Land | 2.83 sq mi (7.33 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,977 |
| • Density | 1,405.80/sq mi (542.78/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 24-51940 |
Melwood is a small community in Prince George's County, Maryland, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population statistics, even though it's not an official city or town.
In 2010, Melwood had a population of 3,051 people. By 2020, its population grew to 3,977 people.
Where is Melwood Located?
Melwood is in Maryland. It covers an area of about 7.3 square kilometers (which is about 2.8 square miles). All of this area is land.
The community is located right next to Joint Base Andrews, which is a large United States Air Force base.
How Many People Live in Melwood?
The number of people living in Melwood has changed over time.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 3,051 | — | |
| 2020 | 3,977 | 30.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010 2020 |
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In 2010, the population was 3,051. By 2020, it had grown to 3,977 residents. This shows that more people have moved to Melwood in recent years.
Schools in Melwood
Students who live in Melwood go to schools that are part of the Prince George's County Public Schools system.
The schools assigned to Melwood residents are:
- Melwood Elementary School
- James Madison Middle School
- Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School
See also
In Spanish: Melwood (Maryland) para niños
