Overlea, MD is an unincorporated community located about 7 miles northeast of Baltimore. As of 2020, the population was estimated to be 12,959 with a population density of 3,992 people per square mile. The town is home to a variety of local businesses such as cafes, convenience stores and restaurants. There are also many year-round outdoor activities such as fishing, camping and hiking which can all be enjoyed at nearby parks like Gwynns Falls Leakin Park and Middle Branch Park. There are also many local organizations such as The Greater Overlea Community Association which works to improve the community by organizing events and providing services for residents. Local sporting events in Overlea include an annual 5K run/walk sponsored by the Department of Parks & Recreation every June.
The population in Overlea is 12,959. There are 4,315 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Overlea is 41.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Overlea is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Overlea
- 44.4% are married
- 14.0% are divorced
- 34.7% are married with children
- 15.5% have children, but are single
Race in Overlea
- 65.8% are White
- 20.9% are Black
- 4.9% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 4.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.6% Two or more races
- 0.2% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander