Clarksville Maryland Map

About Clarksville, Maryland

Clarksville is a locality in Howard County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of 14,400. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Clarksville is located at 39.2065°N, 76.9430°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 21029.

Clarksville unfolds across rolling terrain where the gentle rise and fall of the land hints at the underlying geology, a subtle topography softened by decades of cultivation and mature woodlands. It lies 5.7 miles south-south-east of Howard, MD (from Howard, MD: bearing 168°T), and is situated 6.0 miles west-south-west of Columbia. The air here, particularly in the late afternoon when the sun begins its descent, carries a distinct sweetness, a blend of freshly mown grass and the faint, earthy scent of damp soil after a summer shower. Mature oak and maple trees, their branches reaching wide like gnarled hands, line the older roads, their canopies creating dappled patterns of light and shadow on the asphalt. This Howard County landscape, a tapestry of well-tended lawns, manicured business parks, and pockets of preserved forest, possesses a quiet, settled character, a sense of enduring presence that feels both familiar and profoundly peaceful. The history of Clarksville is intrinsically tied to the fertile soil and strategic location, a narrative of agrarian roots giving way to suburban growth. Early settlers, drawn by the rich earth, established farms that shaped the very contours of the landscape, their legacy visible in the enduring patterns of fields and hedgerows. The local economy, once dominated by agriculture, has diversified significantly, now supporting a vibrant mix of retail, professional services, and technology, with residents often commuting to larger employment centers while cherishing the distinct feel of their home base. The presence of institutions of higher learning nearby contributes to a dynamic cultural milieu, fostering an environment where tradition and forward-thinking coexist, and where the quiet hum of daily life is punctuated by the broader currents of regional progress.

About This Clarksville Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Clarksville, 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 Clarksville and Howard County.

Detailed location data for Clarksville includes the ZIP code (21029), telephone area code (240, 301), county seat of Howard County (Ellicott City), and school district assignment. 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 Clarksville is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.