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Welcome to College Park

A quintessential college town with a bustling town center and a peaceful feel

For over 150 years, College Park has been a center for education and innovation. Today, history and rigorous educational opportunities continue to define this community. College Park is home to around 35,000 full-time residents. Even with a booming population, the neighborhood has not abandoned its peaceful atmosphere or small-town feel. Residents can enjoy the city’s lively downtown, lined with an array of shops, boutiques, and restaurants. College Park is divided into several distinct neighborhoods, each with their own unique charm. University Park borders campus boundaries. To the north sits Calvert Hills, Berwyn Heights, and Hollywood.

Designed with pedestrian traffic in mind, it's easy to walk around College Park. Many residents opt to enjoy the area’s sprawling green spaces on foot or take a stroll through quiet tree-lined streets and hit the downtown for shopping or dining. With a history of innovation, College Park continues to grow and expand. Construction projects are always in the works in this bustling community. New restaurants consistently pop up all over town, giving residents an ongoing array of new local places to try.

What to Love

  • Ideally located just outside of Washington, DC.
  • Small-town feel merges with big-city access
  • Thriving downtown with numerous shops and restaurants

Local Lifestyle

Urban amenities meet small-town living in College Park. This bustling city has an extensive list of amenities for residents to enjoy. The bustling downtown displays a vibrant array of shopping boutiques and local eateries. There is always something new to try in this expanding community. For residents looking to slow down after a long day at work, College Park has many quiet, tree-lined streets and sprawling green spaces to take a stroll or unwind. Pristine parks and wooded hiking trails allow residents to reconnect with nature and slow down for an afternoon.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

With new construction ongoing, there is always a new shop or restaurant in town, giving residents a nearly endless and ever-changing selection of venues to check out. When you need to wake up, Vigilante Coffee has a location in College Park. This innovative coffee shop serves unique, artisan blends crafted with innovative processes and one-of-a-kind recipes.

Opened in honor of their mother’s skills and cooking, Pupuseria La Familiar serves Salvadoran cooking with a homemade flair. Diners can enjoy a wide variety of traditional Salvadoran dishes and comfort food selections. At Kangnam BBQ, guests enjoy the tradition of delicious Korean barbecue dishes. This bustling stop offers a full bar, tabletop grills, and TV’s tuned into the latest sports game.

The Board and Brew offers a unique experience for guests to relax. Serving cafe fare, coffee, and craft brews alongside 500-plus board games, this local eatery created the perfect atmosphere to grab a drink and unwind with friends. Delicious and healthy wraps, falafels, and rice dishes can be enjoyed at the casual stop Box’d Kitchen, located conveniently in the Campus Village Shoppes. When locals are in the mood for Mexican, they flock to Tacos a la Madre. This beloved joint serves a variety of Mexican favorites.

Things to Do

The quintessential college town, College Park always has something for residents to enjoy. Every week the College Park parkrun, a fun, low-pressure 5K run takes place along a beautiful course at the Paint Branch Trail. A great way to get out with the community, many come out to run, volunteer, or watch the festivities. Every Saturday, vendors from the local area meet at the College Park Farmer’s Market to sell local produce and hand-crafted goods.

Located next door to the world’s oldest continuously operating airport is the College Park Aviation Museum. Visitors can discover the history of the aviation industry with exhibits showcasing major innovations and historic planes. Each year the museum hosts College Park Day. This event brings live music, shows, and family-friendly activities to the community every October. For those looking to get outside and enjoy a pristine natural space, check out Lake Artemesia. This stunning 38-acre reservoir is surrounded by a picturesque natural area featuring fishing piers, gardens, and hiking trails.

Schools

College Park is a community committed to education. This quaint college town has several educational offerings in the area, including:

 

Overview for COLLEGE PARK, MD

34,961 people live in COLLEGE PARK, where the median age is 21.6 and the average individual income is $25,640. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

34,961

Total Population

21.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$25,640

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for COLLEGE PARK, MD

COLLEGE PARK has 8,673 households, with an average household size of 2.78. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in COLLEGE PARK do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 34,961 people call COLLEGE PARK home. The population density is 6,230.41 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

34,961

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

21.6

Median Age

51.86 / 48.14%

Men vs Women

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Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
8,673

Total Households

2.78

Average Household Size

$25,640

Average individual Income

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Schools in COLLEGE PARK, MD

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The following schools are within or nearby COLLEGE PARK. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Hollywood Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
PRIVATE
PreK - 12th
No rating available
College Park Nursery School
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
Paint Branch Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
2/5
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Center For Young Children
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available

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