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Aberdeen, Maryland Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Aberdeen is 16,820, consisting of 48% male and 52% female. The population has experienced steady growth in recent years, partially due to its proximity to major urban centers and military employment opportunities.

City Facts:

  • Founded: 1852
  • County: Harford County
  • Land Area: 6.8 square miles
  • Population Density: 2,474 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 410
  • Zip Code: 21001

Geography and Location Overview: Aberdeen is located in northeastern Maryland, approximately 26 miles northeast of Baltimore. The city is known for its close proximity to the Aberdeen Proving Ground, a major U.S. Army facility, which has a significant influence on the local economy. Aberdeen lies along Interstate 95, making it easily accessible to both Baltimore and Philadelphia. The surrounding region is a mix of suburban and rural landscapes, with residential neighborhoods, small businesses, and farmlands. Aberdeen also offers access to the Chesapeake Bay and several local parks, making it an attractive location for outdoor activities. The city blends a military and suburban character with historical roots dating back to the mid-19th century.

Demographics

Median resident age: 36.8 years
Median household income: $39,190
Median house value: $109,400

Population by Race

Races in Aberdeen:

  • White Non-Hispanic (63.5%)
  • Black (27.4%)
  • Two or more races (3.5%)
  • Hispanic (3.4%)
  • Other race (1.4%)
  • American Indian (1.3%)
  • Korean (0.7%)
  • Filipino (0.5%)

Ancestries: German (16.7%), Irish (10.0%), United States (8.6%), English (8.5%), Italian (3.4%), Scottish (2.3%).

Elevation: 83 feet

Land area: 6.4 square miles

Map of Aberdeen, MD

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Aberdeen

  • High school or higher: 77.9%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 15.6%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 6.5%
  • Unemployed: 3.6%
  • Mean travel time to work: 25.5 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Aberdeen city

  • Never married: 27.5%
  • Now married: 50.2%
  • Separated: 3.5%
  • Widowed: 8.3%
  • Divorced: 10.5%

4.5% Foreign born (2.2% Europe, 1.7% Asia).

Population change in the 1990s: +216 (+1.6%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Aberdeen:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Aberdeen:

  • NEW CASTLE COUNTY (about 41 miles; WILMINGTON, DE; Abbreviation: ILG)
  • BALTIMORE-WASHINGTON INTL (about 42 miles; BALTIMORE, MD; Abbreviation: BWI)
  • LANCASTER (about 43 miles; LANCASTER, PA; Abbreviation: LNS)

Other public-use airports nearest to Aberdeen:

  • HARFORD COUNTY (about 4 miles; CHURCHVILLE, MD; Abbreviation: 0W3)
  • HAVRE DE GRACE (about 8 miles; HAVRE DE GRACE, MD; Abbreviation: M06)
  • FALLSTON (about 16 miles; FALLSTON, MD; Abbreviation: W42)

Amtrak station:
ABERDEEN (S. PHILADELPHIA & BELAIR AVE.). Services: free short-term parking, intercity bus service.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Aberdeen:

  • HARFORD COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 10 miles; BEL AIR, MD; Full-time enrollment: 2,646)
  • MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY (about 30 miles; BALTIMORE, MD; Full-time enrollment: 5,564)
  • TOWSON UNIVERSITY (about 32 miles; TOWSON, MD; Full-time enrollment: 13,971)
  • DELAWARE TECHNICAL & COMM COLL-STANTON-WILMINGTON (about 33 miles; NEWARK, DE; Full-time enrollment: 3,817)
  • JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY (about 33 miles; BALTIMORE, MD; Full-time enrollment: 12,330)
  • LOYOLA COLLEGE (about 34 miles; BALTIMORE, MD; Full-time enrollment: 4,859)
  • UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND-BALTIMORE (about 35 miles; Baltimore, MD; Full-time enrollment: 4,456)

Schools

Public high school in Aberdeen:

  • ABERDEEN HIGH (Students: 1,249; Location: 251 PARADISE RD; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Aberdeen:

  • ABERDEEN MIDDLE (Students: 1,293; Location: 111 MOUNT ROYAL AVE; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • BAKERFIELD ELEMENTARY (Students: 511; Location: 36 BAKER ST; Grades: PK – 05)
  • G. LISBY ELEMENTARY AT HILLSDALE (Students: 383; Location: 810 EDMUND ST; Grades: PK – 05)
  • HALLS CROSS ROADS ELEMENTARY (Students: 359; Location: 203 E BEL AIR AVE; Grades: PK – 05)

Private primary/middle school in Aberdeen:

  • ST JOAN OF ARC ELEM SCHOOL (Students: 231; Location: 230 S. LAW ST; Grades: KG – 8)

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