Cedar Heights Maryland Map

About Cedar Heights, Maryland

Cedar Heights is a locality in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,213. The population density is 2612.6 people per km². Cedar Heights is located at 38.9026°N, 76.9080°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20743.

Cedar Heights unfolds across rolling terrain, where the dense green of mature trees, predominantly cedars and oaks, gives way to open fields that catch the afternoon sun. It lies 5.6 miles south-south-east of College Park, MD (from College Park, MD: bearing 164°T), and is situated 6.9 miles east of Washington. The landscape here possesses a quiet, unassuming beauty, marked by a gentle slope towards unseen waterways, the air carrying the faint, earthy scent of damp soil and pine needles. Roads wind like unhurried thoughts between properties, each with its own well-tended garden or a scattering of outbuildings that hint at lives lived with a steady hand. The light, especially as evening approaches, takes on a honeyed quality, softening the edges of the houses and casting long shadows that seem to deepen the sense of peace. The history of Cedar Heights is interwoven with the agricultural roots of Prince George's County, a legacy still visible in the occasional weathered barn or the broad, open parcels of land that recall a time when farming was the lifeblood of the region. While the local economy has diversified, a connection to the land persists, with some residents maintaining small farms or engaging in crafts that echo traditional skills. The proximity to larger urban centers has brought a measured influx of new residents, drawn to the blend of rural tranquility and accessible amenities, creating a community that balances a respect for its past with the practicalities of contemporary life. This steady, grounded character defines Cedar Heights, a place where the past is a quiet hum beneath the present, and the future is approached with a similar, unhurried sense of purpose.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Cedar Heights, Maryland with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Cedar Heights and Prince George's County.

Detailed location data for Cedar Heights includes the ZIP code (20872), telephone area code (301, 240), county seat of Prince George's County (Upper Marlboro), and school district assignment (Prince George's County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Cedar Heights is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.