Greenbelt Maryland Map

About Greenbelt, Maryland

Greenbelt is a locality in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of 24,678. The population density is 1519.7 people per km². Greenbelt is located at 39.0046°N, 76.8755°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20770.

Greenbelt unfolds as a carefully planned landscape where broad avenues meet the dappled shade of mature trees, a deliberate creation designed to foster community. It lies 3.7 miles east-north-east of College Park, MD (from College Park, MD: bearing 63°T), and is situated 8.1 miles east of Silver Spring. The terrain gently slopes, embracing the meandering paths that encourage exploration on foot or by bicycle, a stark contrast to the hurried pace of surrounding urban sprawls. Open, grassy expanses punctuated by thoughtfully placed playgrounds and communal gathering spots invite spontaneous interaction, while the quiet hum of everyday life is underscored by the rustling leaves and the distant calls of birds. The light here, especially in the late afternoon, seems to soften and deepen, casting long, benevolent shadows that give the residential areas a serene, almost dreamlike quality. This planned community, born from the aspirations of the New Deal era, sought to offer a harmonious blend of nature and modern living, a vision still palpable in its enduring layout. Greenbelt’s original purpose was to address the social and economic challenges of the Great Depression, establishing a cooperative model of living that continues to inform its unique character. The local economy, while diversified over the decades, retains echoes of its agricultural roots, with vestiges of open land and community gardens reminding residents of the soil's bounty. The Prince George's Publick Playhouse, a vibrant hub of local arts, stands as a testament to the enduring commitment to cultural enrichment, a distinctive feature that draws people together and celebrates the creative spirit of Greenbelt.

About This Greenbelt Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Greenbelt, 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 Greenbelt and Prince George's County.

Detailed location data for Greenbelt includes the ZIP code (20770), 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 Greenbelt is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.