Marlow Heights Maryland Map

About Marlow Heights, Maryland

Marlow Heights is a locality in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,456. The population density is 1167.2 people per km². Marlow Heights is located at 38.8334°N, 76.9516°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20748.

Marlow Heights unfolds across a landscape of gentle rises and subtle valleys, where the humid air of the mid-Atlantic breathes a perpetual greenness. It lies 3.7 miles north of Prince Georges, MD (from Prince Georges, MD: bearing 1°T), and is situated 6.2 miles south-east of Washington. The terrain, marked by the slow, deliberate erosion of creeks and the persistent growth of deciduous forests, holds a quiet dignity. Mature oak and maple trees, their branches reaching like arthritic fingers towards the often-overcast sky, form a verdant canopy over residential streets and small commercial strips. Even in the heart of Marlow Heights, the whisper of the wild is never far, with patches of dense woodland bordering neighborhoods, and the distant murmur of traffic a constant, low hum beneath the rustle of leaves. The quality of light here, especially in the late afternoon, often softens and pools, casting long, hazy shadows that lend a certain wistfulness to the ordinary. The history of Marlow Heights is intrinsically tied to the ebb and flow of development in Prince George's County, a story of suburban expansion driven by proximity to the nation's capital. While the land itself bears the imprint of older agricultural endeavors, its modern character is largely a product of mid-20th-century planning, designed to accommodate a growing population seeking a life away from the urban core. The local economy, once more rooted in agriculture and small-scale industry, now reflects a broader regional pattern, with residents commuting to jobs in government, education, and service sectors, while local businesses cater to the daily needs of a well-established community. The nearby Anacostia River, though not directly bordering Marlow Heights, exerts its own subtle influence, shaping the drainage patterns and reminding the residents of the larger watershed that sustains this corner of Maryland.

About This Marlow Heights Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Marlow Heights, Maryland — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.833446, -76.951641. 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 Marlow Heights and Prince George's County.

Detailed location data for Marlow Heights includes the ZIP code (20748), 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 Marlow Heights is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.