Where is Dundalk, Maryland, USA?

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Where is Dundalk Located? - Dundalk is a city located in the Baltimore County of Maryland, United States. Dundalk lies between 44.8619645 Degrees North latitudes and 93.5323103 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Dundalk Located?

Dundalk is a city located in the Baltimore County of Maryland, United States. Dundalk lies between 44.8619645 Degrees North latitudes and 93.5323103 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Dundalk city is 67796 people and the city has a total area of 13.07 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Dundalk, Maryland Quick Facts

PropertyDetails
CommunityDundalk (Census-Designated Place)
CountyBaltimore County
StateMaryland
State CapitalAnnapolis
US RegionSouthern United States (Mid-Atlantic)
Latitude39.2507°N
Longitude76.5205°W
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Land Area16.52 sq mi
Water Area1.38 sq mi
Total Area17.90 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)71,996
Population DensityAbout 4,358 per sq mi
ZIP Codes21222
Area Codes410, 443, 667
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST), UTC -5
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT), UTC -4
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code24-24475
Congressional DistrictMaryland's 2nd Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Dundalk, Maryland

  • Baltimore, Maryland - Northwest - 7 mi
  • Essex, Maryland - East - 5 mi
  • Middle River, Maryland - Northeast - 9 mi
  • Rosedale, Maryland - North - 5 mi
  • Parkville, Maryland - North - 10 mi
  • Towson, Maryland - North - 13 mi
  • Glen Burnie, Maryland - South - 13 mi
  • Catonsville, Maryland - West - 14 mi
  • Annapolis, Maryland - South - 28 mi
  • Bel Air, Maryland - Northeast - 27 mi

Dundalk, Maryland Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January43283.2
April66453.3
July88713.8
October68493.3
Annual664842.3
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)Humid Subtropical (Cfa)
Annual RainfallAbout 42.3 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysApproximately 213 days
Hurricane/Tornado RiskLow hurricane risk; low tornado risk
SnowfallAbout 20 inches annually

Driving Distances from Dundalk, Maryland

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
EssexMaryland510 min
RosedaleMaryland510 min
BaltimoreMaryland715 min
Middle RiverMaryland915 min
ParkvilleMaryland1018 min
TowsonMaryland1322 min
Glen BurnieMaryland1322 min
CatonsvilleMaryland1425 min
Bel AirMaryland2735 min
AnnapolisMaryland2835 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Dundalk, Maryland

TransportationDetails
Airport NameBaltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
IATA CodeBWI
PortPort of Baltimore
Major HighwaysInterstate 95, Interstate 695 (Baltimore Beltway), Maryland Route 151, Maryland Route 157
Train/Passenger RailMARC and Amtrak service available at Baltimore Penn Station
Local Bus/Transit ServiceMaryland Transit Administration (MTA) Bus
  • Interstate 95 and Interstate 695 provide convenient access to Baltimore, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and surrounding communities.
  • Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) operates bus routes connecting Dundalk with downtown Baltimore and nearby neighborhoods.
  • The Port of Baltimore is one of the busiest seaports on the U.S. East Coast and plays a major role in the local economy.
  • Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is about 15 miles southwest and offers extensive domestic and international flights.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Dundalk, Maryland

Landmark NameType
North Point State ParkState Park
Battle Acre ParkHistoric Park
Fort Howard ParkHistoric Waterfront Park
Dundalk Heritage ParkCommunity Park
Soller's Point Multi-Use TrailRecreational Trail
Tradepoint AtlanticIndustrial & Logistics Center
Canton Waterfront ParkWaterfront Park
National AquariumAquarium
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic ShrineNational Historic Site
Inner HarborWaterfront District

Colleges and Universities in Dundalk, Maryland

InstitutionTypeLevelNotable For
Community College of Baltimore County - Dundalk CampusPublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, workforce training, and transfer programs
Morgan State UniversityPublicUniversityEngineering, business, education, and research
Towson UniversityPublicUniversityBusiness, education, healthcare, and liberal arts
University of Maryland, BaltimorePublicUniversityMedicine, law, pharmacy, and health sciences
Johns Hopkins UniversityPrivateUniversityMedicine, engineering, research, and public health

Waterbodies in Dundalk, Maryland

Patapsco River, Bear Creek, Back River, Chesapeake Bay, Bread and Cheese Creek, Lynch Cove, Jones Creek, Colgate Creek.

Golf Courses in Dundalk, Maryland

Mount Pleasant Golf Course, Rocky Point Golf Course, Clifton Park Golf Course, Greystone Golf Course, Pine Ridge Golf Course, Eagle's Nest Country Club.

Dundalk, Maryland - Key Historical Facts

  • Dundalk was established in 1916 as a planned industrial community developed by the Bethlehem Steel Corporation to house workers employed at the nearby Sparrows Point steel mill.
  • The community was named after the town of Dundalk in Ireland and grew rapidly alongside Baltimore's expanding steel and shipbuilding industries.
  • During the 20th century, the Sparrows Point facility became one of the largest steel-producing plants in the United States, shaping the area's economy and population growth.
  • Dundalk also played an important role in shipbuilding, manufacturing, and wartime production during both World Wars.
  • Following the decline of heavy industry, redevelopment projects such as Tradepoint Atlantic have transformed the former Sparrows Point site into a major logistics and distribution hub.
  • Today, Dundalk is known for its waterfront location, maritime heritage, strong community identity, proximity to Baltimore, and continuing role in regional commerce and transportation.

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