Laurel
City in Maryland, United States
Overview
Laurel, Maryland, is a historic city strategically located between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, making it a convenient spot for commuters and visitors alike. The city blends suburban quietness with pockets of lively entertainment and nature, offering a balanced lifestyle in the heart of Maryland.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Maryland
Population
7,222
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
39.10°, -76.85°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
72
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$3,115
Local Cost
$2,170
Local Income
$3,700
Cashless
95
English
100
Temperature
13.1°C
Summer Avg
24.6°C
Winter Avg
1.4°C
Record High
40.2°C
Record Low
-18.7°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
1153 mm
Internet Speed
81 Mbps
Upload
15 Mbps
Latency
14 ms
City Vibrancy
20
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
4
Parks
13
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
290.0
Airport
FME
Distance
8 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 4 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 88/100.