Parkville, Maryland facts for kids
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Parkville, Maryland
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Townhomes on a residential street in the Ridgeleigh area of Parkville, Maryland
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Location of Parkville, Maryland
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Baltimore |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.29 sq mi (11.10 km2) |
| • Land | 4.29 sq mi (11.10 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 331 ft (101 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 31,812 |
| • Density | 7,424.04/sq mi (2,866.58/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
21234
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| Area code(s) | 410 |
| FIPS code | 24-60275 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0590976 |
Parkville is a community located in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States. It is known as a "census-designated place." This means it's an area that the government counts for population and statistics, but it doesn't have its own separate city government. In 2010, about 30,734 people lived in Parkville. By 2020, the population had grown to 31,812 residents.
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Parkville's Location and Size
Parkville covers an area of about 4.2 square miles (11.1 square kilometers), and all of it is land. The northern edge of Parkville is marked by Interstate 695, which is also called the Baltimore Beltway. This highway runs from Loch Raven Boulevard to Putty Hill Avenue.
The eastern boundary is generally where Putty Hill Avenue turns into Rossville Boulevard. To the south, Parkville borders Baltimore City, along the line between Baltimore City and Baltimore County. This southern border stretches from near Glen Road to Loch Raven Boulevard. Finally, the western boundary follows Loch Raven Boulevard, from the city line up to Interstate 695.
Who Lives in Parkville?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 27,236 | — | |
| 1970 | 33,589 | 23.3% | |
| 1980 | 35,159 | 4.7% | |
| 1990 | 31,617 | −10.1% | |
| 2000 | 31,118 | −1.6% | |
| 2010 | 30,734 | −1.2% | |
| 2020 | 31,812 | 3.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 31,118 people living in Parkville. These people lived in 13,044 households, and 8,243 of these were families. The population density was about 7,352 people per square mile.
Most people in Parkville were White (73.64%), followed by African American (22.48%). There were also smaller groups of Asian (1.88%), Native American (0.16%), and Pacific Islander (0.02%) residents. About 1.39% of people were from two or more races, and 1.65% were Hispanic or Latino.
About 28.3% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (42.8%) were married couples. About 16.2% were single mothers with no husband present. Around 36.8% of households were not families.
Almost 30% of households had just one person living there. About 11.1% of these single-person households were people aged 65 or older. The average household had 2.36 people, and the average family had 2.93 people.
The median age in Parkville was 38 years old. This means half the people were younger than 38 and half were older. About 22.8% of the population was under 18. For every 100 females, there were about 86 males.
In 2000, the median income for a household in Parkville was $41,410. For families, the median income was $50,421. About 7.4% of all people in Parkville lived below the poverty line. This included 8.9% of those under 18 and 5.7% of those aged 65 or older.
Schools in Parkville
Students living in Parkville attend various schools in the area. Here are some of the schools they are zoned for:
Elementary Schools
- Halstead Academy
- Oakleigh Elementary
- Villa Cresta Elementary
- Harford Hills Elementary
- Elmwood Elementary
- Pleasant Plains Elementary (located in Towson)
Middle Schools
- Parkville Middle and Center of Technology
- Pine Grove Middle School
- Loch Raven Technical Academy (located in Towson)
Elementary/Middle Schools
- Woodhome Elementary/Middle School
High Schools
- Parkville High School
- Loch Raven High School (located in Towson)
Getting Around Parkville
There are several important roads that help people travel through the Parkville area.
Major Roads
- Harford Road (MD-147)
- Joppa Road
- Old Harford Road
- Perring Parkway
- Putty Hill Avenue
- Taylor Avenue
Public Transportation
The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) provides bus services in Parkville. Bus Route 54 travels along Harford Road. It connects the Carney Park-and-Ride with Downtown Baltimore, making it easier for people to get around without a car.
Local Culture and Events
Parkville is a place where people celebrate different cultures and support good causes.
An annual Czech and Slovak Heritage Festival is held in Parkville. This festival celebrates the rich history and traditions of the Czech and Slovak communities in Baltimore. It's a fun way to learn about their culture through music, food, and dance.
For several years, Parkville was also the main location for Stanstock. This was a music festival that raised money for charity. It primarily supported two local organizations: the Nicole Van Horn Foundation and the Catch a Lift Fund. These charities help people in need in the community.
See also
In Spanish: Parkville (Maryland) para niños
