Curtis Bay Maryland Map

About Curtis Bay, Maryland

Curtis Bay is a locality in Baltimore (city), Maryland, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,800. The population density is 1800.0 people per km². Curtis Bay is located at 39.2268°N, 76.5880°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 21226.

Curtis Bay unfolds along the western edge of its namesake waterway, a landscape shaped by the Chesapeake's embrace and the steady hand of industry. It lies 4.0 miles west-south-west of Dundalk, MD (from Dundalk, MD: bearing 245°T), and is situated 4.6 miles south-south-east of Baltimore. Here, the air carries a persistent, briny tang, a constant reminder of the vast estuary that defines this stretch of Baltimore County. The terrain is largely flat, a low-lying expanse of marsh grass and tidal flats giving way to more developed stretches where sturdy, functional buildings stand in testament to human endeavor. The light often filters through a hazy atmosphere, casting a diffused glow on the water and the weathered metal of industrial structures, creating a unique, almost melancholic beauty that settles over the bay as the day draws to a close. The story of Curtis Bay is deeply intertwined with the ebb and flow of maritime commerce and heavy industry. For generations, its docks have been a hub of activity, processing raw materials and shipping out finished goods, a vital engine for the region's economy. The sheer scale of the port facilities, with their towering cranes and sprawling warehouses, speaks to a history of relentless work and a commitment to the practicalities of trade that defines the character of Curtis Bay. While much of the land is dedicated to the business of the port, pockets of residential neighborhoods reveal a quieter, more personal side, where the rhythms of everyday life are shaped by proximity to the water and the enduring legacy of its industrial heart.

About This Curtis Bay Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Curtis Bay, 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 Curtis Bay and Baltimore (city).

Detailed location data for Curtis Bay includes the ZIP code (21226), telephone area code (410, 443), county seat of Baltimore (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 Curtis Bay is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.