Oxon Hill Maryland Map

About Oxon Hill, Maryland

Oxon Hill is a locality in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of 17,893. The population density is 1108.8 people per km². Oxon Hill is located at 38.8034°N, 76.9897°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20744.

Oxon Hill rises from the gentle slopes overlooking the Potomac River, a landscape of rolling green interspersed with patches of dense woodland. It lies 2.6 miles north-west of Prince Georges, MD (from Prince Georges, MD: bearing 308°T), and is situated 6.8 miles south-south-east of Washington. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries the faint, sweet scent of pine and the distant murmur of traffic, a constant reminder of its proximity to larger urban centers. Mature oak trees, their branches gnarled like ancient hands, stand sentry along winding roads, their leaves rustling with a sound that seems to whisper of seasons past. The terrain, neither dramatically mountainous nor flatly plain, offers a varied terrain where suburban development has patiently embraced the existing contours of the land, creating a sense of established presence rather than aggressive imposition. Historically, Oxon Hill’s story is tied to its strategic location along the river, a waterway that once served as a vital artery for trade and transport. The area’s economy, though diversified today, retains echoes of its agricultural roots, with remnants of former plantations and the enduring beauty of expansive, well-maintained lawns suggesting a heritage of landed gentry. The National Harbor, a modern development, now stands as a prominent landmark, its gleaming structures and bustling promenade a stark contrast to the older, more sedate neighborhoods, yet it draws life from the same waters that have shaped Oxon Hill for centuries. The rhythm of life here is a deliberate blend of quiet residential living and the vibrant energy of its more public attractions, a place where the past and present coexist with a comfortable, unhurried grace.

About This Oxon Hill Map Page

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

Detailed location data for Oxon Hill includes the ZIP code (20745), 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 Oxon Hill is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.