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Howard Maryland Map

Explore Howard, Maryland, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Howard, Maryland

How to Use This Howard, Maryland Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Howard, Maryland. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Maryland or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Howard.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Howard
State	Maryland (MD)
County	Howard County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	39.287346
Longitude	-76.964306
Population	325,690
Density	680.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	21794, 21044
Area Code	410, 443, 240, 301
County Seat	Ellicott City

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About Howard, Maryland

Howard is a locality in Howard County, Maryland, United States. With a population of 325,690, Howard is a major urban centre in Maryland. The population density is 680.0 people per km². Howard is located at 39.2873°N, 76.9643°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 21794, 21044.

Howard presents a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of the Middle Patuxent River, which carves a path through the terrain less than a mile from the center of the locality. It lies 5.7 miles north-northwest of Clarksville, MD (from Clarksville, MD: bearing 348°T), and is situated 7.4 miles west-northwest of Columbia. The land here rises and falls in modest, measured swells, reflecting the transition from the flatter eastern plains toward the distant, hazy blue silhouettes of the Blue Ridge Mountains on the far horizon. Sunlight often catches the dense, verdant canopy of Lp5014, a local refuge of quiet growth that sits only a mile away, offering a contrast to the open fields that define the broader region. During the long, golden afternoons of late summer, the air in Howard takes on a heavy, honeyed quality, cooling rapidly as the shadows lengthen across the soil.

Origins of Howard reflect the deliberate expansion of a region shaped by the steady labor of colonial settlers who recognized the fertility of this inland expanse. The development of the locale followed a pattern of agricultural consolidation and steady, measured growth, as families cultivated the thick, dark earth and established the fundamental infrastructure that would sustain the population for generations. The history of Howard remains etched in the original property lines and the enduring architecture of older homesteads, which stand as silent witnesses to the transformation of the wilderness into a structured, productive landscape. These foundational efforts established a legacy of resilience, ensuring that the character of the settlement remained tethered to the rhythms of the seasons and the demands of the land.

Economic vitality in Howard stems from a diverse foundation of modern enterprise, including regional commerce and professional services that support a thriving, industrious population. The proximity to major transit routes allows for a steady flow of goods and expertise, fueling an economy that balances local retail with broader corporate interests. Educational development is prioritized through nearby institutions of higher learning, which provide the intellectual fiber necessary for the workforce to adapt to changing technological demands. Infrastructure within Howard is maintained with a focus on efficiency, ensuring that the movement of people and resources remains fluid even as the locality continues to integrate new residential and commercial growth into its existing grid.

Cultural expression in Howard manifests through a deep appreciation for the changing seasons and a commitment to communal gatherings that bring residents together throughout the year. While the locality does not house major professional sports stadiums, the spirit of competition is found in the robust participation of collegiate and youth athletics, which draw spectators to local fields on crisp, clear weekends. Annual festivals celebrate the harvest and the heritage of the region, providing a space for neighbors to gather under the expansive sky. Residents often find respite at the edge of Warfields Pond, where the still water reflects the shifting clouds and provides a serene backdrop for quiet contemplation, far removed from the noise of the wider world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Lp5014 (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 357° N
Western Regional Park (Local Park) — 3.2 mi, 287° W
Cooksville (Monument) — 3.7 mi, 308° NW
Hugg-Thomas Wma (State Conservation Area) — 4.5 mi, 359° N
Patapsco Valley Sp (State Park) — 4.9 mi, 004° N
Clarksville Environmental Area (Viewpoint) — 5.0 mi, 150° SE
Hugg-Thomas Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 5.2 mi, 353° N
Patuxent River Sp (State Park) — 5.3 mi, 242° SW
Commons Tower (Public Artwork) — 5.4 mi, 165° S
Henryton School of Practical Nursing (Monument) — 5.5 mi, 030° NE
Lafayette's Tour (Monument) — 6.5 mi, 301° NW
Howard County Center of African American Culture (Museum) — 7.4 mi, 128° SE
Mill Race (Historic Ruins) — 7.6 mi, 152° SE
T. Howard Duckett Watershed (Local Conservation Area) — 8.4 mi, 189° S
Main Street Ballroom (Attraction) — 8.9 mi, 099° E
Mentzel Paper Mill (Historic Ruins) — 9.3 mi, 096° E
Dogwood Wall (Attraction) — 9.3 mi, 078° E
Columbia Art Center (Gallery) — 9.7 mi, 125° SE
The Beachkraft Studio\gallery (Gallery) — 10.7 mi, 211° SW
Scott’s Cove at Rocky Gorge Reservoir (Attraction) — 11.2 mi, 160° S
Tardis (Attraction) — 11.6 mi, 115° SE
Mount Airy Museum (Museum) — 11.9 mi, 301° NW
HorseSpirit Arts Gallery (Gallery) — 12.8 mi, 144° SE
Barry Johnston, Sculptor (Arts Centre) — 14.1 mi, 082° E
R/C Hollywood Cinema 4 (Cinema) — 14.8 mi, 101° E
Patuxent Research Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 16.0 mi, 148° SE · 26k acres
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine (National Monument) — 20.4 mi, 094° E · 47 acres
George Washington Memorial Parkway (National Park) — 24.4 mi, 204° SW · 2,795 acres

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