South Laurel, Maryland
Quick Statistics
South Laurel is a community in Prince George's County, Maryland, home to about 29,272 people spread across 8.1 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $50,277 a year, and a typical home is worth about $458,100. About 47.8% of adults hold a college degree, and 88.6% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 12 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Maryland towns GeoStat tracks, South Laurel ranks number 46 of 527 in population, number 286 in median household income, number 161 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around South Laurel typically top out near 88°F in July, while January nights average about 25°F. The area sees roughly 16 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Laurel, MD | 2.5 mi. | 29,798 |
| 2. | Konterra, MD | 3.2 mi. | 3,641 |
| 3. | Maryland City, MD | 3.5 mi. | 19,186 |
| 4. | Beltsville, MD | 4.3 mi. | 19,176 |
| 5. | West Laurel, MD | 4.5 mi. | 4,428 |
| 6. | North Laurel, MD | 4.7 mi. | 25,563 |
| 7. | Greenbelt, MD | 5.1 mi. | 24,678 |
| 8. | Seabrook, MD | 5.5 mi. | 18,317 |
What is the population of South Laurel, Maryland?
South Laurel has a population of about 29,272 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is South Laurel, Maryland in?
South Laurel is located in Prince George's County, Maryland.
What is the median home value in South Laurel, Maryland?
The median home value in South Laurel is about $458,100, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in South Laurel, Maryland?
The median personal income in South Laurel is about $50,277 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near South Laurel, Maryland?
Since 1950, 28 tornadoes have been recorded in Prince George's County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in South Laurel, Maryland?
Typical July highs run about 88 degrees and January lows about 25 degrees, with around 16 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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