Odenton Maryland Map

About Odenton, Maryland

Odenton is a locality in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of 45,002. The population density is 1192.0 people per km². Odenton is located at 39.0840°N, 76.7002°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 21054.

Odenton breathes a particular kind of quietude, a place where the flat Maryland earth rolls out in a mosaic of manicured lawns and the occasional stand of mature oak, their limbs reaching like patient hands towards a sky often softened by a hazy, humid light. It lies 3.7 miles south of Severn, MD (from Severn, MD: bearing 182°T), and is situated 6.8 miles south-west of Glen Burnie. The terrain here is gentle, a subtle undulation that belies the broader Chesapeake watershed, and drainage ditches, lined with reeds that whisper in the breeze, trace the low-lying contours of the land. Even in the height of summer, a certain dampness clings to the air, carrying the faint, earthy scent of recently cut grass and the distant hum of traffic from the nearby arteries of commerce. The houses, a mix of ranch-style homes and newer constructions, often display a proud adherence to the neighborhood aesthetic, their windows reflecting the passing clouds and the steady, unhurried rhythm of daily life. The history of Odenton is deeply intertwined with the railway, a past that still echoes in its layout and the very pulse of its development. Once a vital junction, its economy was shaped by the iron horse, a legacy that has since broadened to embrace a diverse range of industries and a growing residential population drawn by its proximity to larger urban centers. The presence of Fort Meade, a significant military installation, casts a long shadow, influencing the local character and bringing a constant ebb and flow of personnel and their families, adding layers to the town's unfolding narrative. This influx has fostered a dynamic cultural landscape, where the enduring traditions of the region mingle with the transient experiences of those who pass through, creating a unique and evolving identity for Odenton.

About This Odenton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Odenton, Maryland — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.083998, -76.700246. 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 Odenton and Anne Arundel County.

Detailed location data for Odenton includes the ZIP code (21113), telephone area code (240, 301), county seat of Anne Arundel County (Annapolis), and school district assignment (Anne Arundel 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 Odenton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.