Lanham

This comfortable suburban enclave adjoins NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center.

Welcome to Lanham

This comfortable suburban enclave adjoins NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center, with single-family homes and several fresh new townhouse communities popping up. It's surprisingly serene and settled considering its central location.

Overview for Lanham, MD

11,460 people live in Lanham, where the median age is 38.6 and the average individual income is $32,257. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

11,460

Total Population

38.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$32,257

Average individual Income

Around Lanham, MD

There's plenty to do around Lanham, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

63
Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
54
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Sweets By Valencia, The Tastry Shop, and Waggertail Dog Park.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 3.52 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.52 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.53 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.9 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.46 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Lanham, MD

Lanham has 3,119 households, with an average household size of 3.67. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lanham do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 11,460 people call Lanham home. The population density is 3,248.31 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

11,460

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

38.6

Median Age

50.03 / 49.97%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
3,119

Total Households

3.67

Average Household Size

$32,257

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Lanham, MD

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The following schools are within or nearby Lanham. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Thomas Johnson Middle
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
1/5
PRIVATE
1st - 12th
No rating available
Seabrook Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
James McHenry Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
Legend Public Charter School
PUBLIC
K - 5th
No rating available
The Academy Of Saint Matthias The Apostle
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Forbush School At Prince Georges County
PRIVATE
Undergrad - Undergrad
No rating available
High Road Upper School
PRIVATE
1st - 12th
No rating available
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