Where Is Prince George's County, Maryland Located?

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Prince George's County, Maryland sits in the heart of the Baltimore/Washington corridor, directly bordering Washington, D.C., and about 37 miles south of Baltimore. It covers almost 500 square miles, giving it an urban atmosphere alongside scenic, peaceful places to live, work, and play. If you are weighing where to live in the region, planning a trip, or trying to place the county on a map, those four facts answer the location question.

The County's Position in the Region

The county's defining geographic feature is its position between two major cities. It shares a border with Washington, D.C., which puts the nation's capital next door rather than across a long commute. Baltimore lies roughly 37 miles to the north.

That placement in the Baltimore/Washington corridor is how the county describes itself: a cultural and economic leader of tomorrow, shaped by a diverse population. For a resident or visitor, the practical meaning is access to both metro areas from one location.

What "Almost 500 Square Miles" Means for You

Size affects daily life in concrete ways:

  • Travel time: Crossing the county can take a while by car, so a short distance on a map does not always mean a short trip.
  • Variety of settings: The same county offers denser urban areas and quieter, scenic surroundings, so the right neighborhood depends on which atmosphere you want.
  • Regional reach: A large county on the D.C. border means many residents live in one part and work, shop, or study in another.

How to Use This for a Decision

If your question is… The location fact that matters
"Is it close to Washington, D.C.?" Yes — the county directly borders D.C.
"How far is Baltimore?" About 37 miles south of the city
"Is it urban or suburban?" Both — urban atmosphere plus scenic, peaceful areas
"Is it a big county?" Almost 500 square miles, so plan for travel time

For anyone deciding whether the county fits their life, the useful next step is to match a specific part of the county to your commute, since the border with D.C. and the distance to Baltimore mean travel times vary by location within those nearly 500 square miles.

Where to Confirm Details

The county's official site, princegeorgescountymd.gov, is the authoritative source for county information. It also hosts a payment page and parking citation payment information for residents who need to handle county business online.