Aberdeen, Maryland

Aberdeen, Maryland
City
City of Aberdeen

Bel Air Avenue in downtown Aberdeen.
Nickname(s): "All America City"
Motto: "The Future of Harford!"

Location in Harford County, Maryland
Coordinates: 39°30′37″N 76°10′9″W / 39.51028°N 76.16917°W / 39.51028; -76.16917Coordinates: 39°30′37″N 76°10′9″W / 39.51028°N 76.16917°W / 39.51028; -76.16917
Country  United States of America
State  Maryland
County Harford
Incorporated 1892
Government
 • Mayor Patrick McGrady
Area[1]
 • Total 17.64 km2 (6.81 sq mi)
 • Land 17.61 km2 (6.80 sq mi)
 • Water 0.03 km2 (0.01 sq mi)
Elevation 29 m (95 ft)
Population (2010)[2]
 • Total 14,959
 • Estimate (2013[3]) 15,120
 • Density 849.4/km2 (2,199.9/sq mi)
Time zone Eastern (UTC-5)
 • Summer (DST) Eastern (UTC-4)
ZIP code 21001
Area code(s) 410
FIPS code 24-00125
GNIS feature ID 0582854
Website www.aberdeen-md.org

Aberdeen is a city in Harford County, Maryland, 26 miles (42 km) from Baltimore.[4] The population was 14,959 at the 2010 United States Census. Aberdeen is the largest municipality in Harford County.

Aberdeen is part of the Baltimore-Towson Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), which is the 20th-largest United States metropolitan area. The nearest city to Aberdeen is Havre de Grace, Maryland, 4.8 miles (7.7 km) to the northeast.

History

Aberdeen was named after Aberdeen, Scotland, by immigrating Scots.

The James B. Baker House, Chestnut Ridge, Griffith House, Poplar Hill, Sophia's Dairy, and Swansbury are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[5]

The Village of Aberdeen

The Village of Aberdeen was a development by Edmund Law Rogers around 1800.[4] The name originated from its mother city, Aberdeen, Scotland, as a result of the close relationship the Rogers family of Baltimore had with their cousin, the Earl of Aberdeen, who became Prime Minister of Great Britain in 1852.[6] The area now known as Aberdeen is a cluster of three communities[7][8]

The Town of Aberdeen

In 1892, Aberdeen was incorporated as a Town, under Chapter 136 of the Acts of 1892.[12]

The Town Board of Commissioners

When incorporated as a Town, Aberdeen government was led by a board of commissioners.[13]

In 1992, the Town of Aberdeen revised the Charter and became the City of Aberdeen with an Elected Mayor. The first Mayor of the City of Aberdeen was Ruth Elliot. The second Mayor was Doug Wilson was elected Mayor in Fred Simmons was elected Mayor in 2005. Michael Bennett elected in 2007-2015 In 2015, Patrick McGrady was elected as the Mayor of Aberdeen and is currently serving a 4-year term.

Presidents – Aberdeen Board of Commissioners

The City of Aberdeen

In 1992, the 100th anniversary year of Aberdeen becoming a Town, Aberdeen incorporated as the City it is today.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.81 square miles (17.64 km2), of which, 6.80 square miles (17.61 km2) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.03 km2) is water.[1]

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Aberdeen has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[14]

Demographics

Historical population
Census Pop. %±
1880101—
1890448343.6%
190060033.9%
19106162.7%
19201,06773.2%
19301,24016.2%
19401,52523.0%
19502,94493.0%
19609,679228.8%
197012,37527.9%
198011,533−6.8%
199013,08713.5%
200013,8425.8%
201014,9598.1%
Est. 201515,580[15]4.2%
U.S. Decennial Census[16]

2000 census

As of the census[17] of 2000, there were 13,842 people, 5,475 households, and 3,712 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,166.2 people per square mile (836.4/km²). There were 5,894 housing units at an average density of 922.4 per square mile (356.1/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 64.90% White, 27.38% African American, 0.25% Native American, 2.48% Asian, 0.09% Pacific Islander, 1.42% from other races, and 3.47% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.45% of the population.

There were 5,475 households out of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.8% were married couples living together, 17.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.2% were non-families. 26.8% of all households were made up of individuals and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 3.02.

In the city the population was spread out with 26.4% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 23.7% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females there were 90.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,190, and the median income for a family was $48,357. Males had a median income of $32,783 versus $26,025 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,940. About 9.0% of families and 11.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.9% of those under age 18 and 11.1% of those age 65 or over.

2010 census

As of the census[2] of 2010, there were 14,959 people, 5,801 households, and 3,897 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,199.9 inhabitants per square mile (849.4/km2). There were 6,191 housing units at an average density of 910.4 per square mile (351.5/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 58.9% White, 30.5% African American, 0.4% Native American, 2.9% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 1.6% from other races, and 5.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.4% of the population.

There were 5,801 households of which 34.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.5% were married couples living together, 18.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.8% were non-families. 26.7% of all households were made up of individuals and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.09.

The median age in the city was 38 years. 24.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.9% were from 25 to 44; 28.6% were from 45 to 64; and 12.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.8% male and 52.2% female.

Government

Since its incorporation as a city, Aberdeen has had a council-manager form of government.[18] The Mayor and Council are elected to four-year terms in November, with terms beginning in November. The Mayor and Council define policy and appoint the City Manager who may be dismissed at any time, by vote of the Council. The City Manager, with the approval of the Council, appoints all officers and department heads who may be dismissed for cause by action of the City Manager.

Mayors of Aberdeen

Aberdeen City Council

The current Council[19] members were elected by Voters to 4-year terms beginning in November 2011. Their terms expire in 2015.

Aberdeen City Manager

Randy Robertson July 1, 2016- Current Douglas R. Miller, City Manager 2007-2015

Harford County Council

Council District E

Maryland General Assembly

State Senate, District 34A

House of Delegates, District 34A

Congressional Delegation

US Senate

US House of Representatives, 2nd Congressional District

Aberdeen Proving Ground

Aberdeen is home to the U.S. Army's Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG). The proving ground was established by Act of Congress and came into operation in January 1918. APG is headquarters of the United States Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC). The proving ground occupies more than 72,500 acres (293 km2) in Harford County. More than 7,500 civilians and 5,000 military personnel work at APG.

Notable people

Aberdeen IronBirds

Main article: Aberdeen IronBirds

Cal Ripken Jr. and brother Billy are owners of the Aberdeen IronBirds minor league baseball team, which plays at Ripken Stadium.

Media

Aberdeen's local radio station is WAMD, broadcasting at 970 on the AM dial. Local newspaper coverage is provided by Harford County publications The Aegis and The Record. Electronic media covering Aberdeen issues is Aberdeen Patch and The Dagger Press (electronic)

Aberdeen is served by Baltimore television stations.

Aberdeen was host to the 2014 Bimmerfest East celebration on August 2, 2014.

References

  1. 1 2 "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on 2012-01-24. Retrieved 2013-01-25.
  2. 1 2 "American FactFinder". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2013-01-25.
  3. ↑ "Population Estimates". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on 2013-06-17. Retrieved 2013-06-26.
  4. 1 2 Hoiberg, Dale H., ed. (2010). "Aberdeen". Encyclopedia Britannica. I: A-ak Bayes (15th ed.). Chicago, IL: Encyclopedia Britannica Inc. p. 28. ISBN 978-1-59339-837-8.
  5. ↑ National Park Service (2010-07-09). "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service.
  6. ↑ [Plat of Aberdeen, Edmund Law Rogers. 1852]
  7. 1 2 The Aberdeen Room – Exhibits – Aberdeen: Its Three Components
  8. ↑ Harford County, MDGenWeb – Aberdeen
  9. ↑ Historical Marker DataBase – Halls' Cross Roads
  10. ↑ Historic Tour of Hall's Cross Roads
  11. ↑ Mechanicsville (historical) in Harford County, MD
  12. ↑ Aberdeen Municipality, Harford County, Maryland
  13. ↑ Aberdeen Board Presidents and Mayors
  14. ↑ Climate Summary for Aberdeen, Maryland
  15. ↑ "Annual Estimates of the Resident Population for Incorporated Places: April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2015". Retrieved July 2, 2016.
  16. ↑ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Archived from the original on May 11, 2015. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  17. ↑ "American FactFinder". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on 2013-09-11. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
  18. ↑ Aberdeen City Government Archived April 23, 2008, at the Wayback Machine.
  19. ↑ Aberdeen City Council Archived May 8, 2010, at the Wayback Machine.
  20. ↑ Harford County Council District E Archived October 29, 2007, at the Wayback Machine.
  21. ↑ Maryland State Senator Bob Cassilly
  22. ↑ Mary Ann Lisanti, Maryland House of Delegates District 34A
  23. ↑ Glen Glass, Maryland State Delegate
  24. ↑ U.S. Senator Barbara Mikulsi, Maryland
  25. ↑ Benjamin L. Cardin, United States Senator for Maryland
  26. ↑ Congressman C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger Representing Maryland's 2nd District
  27. ↑ http://www.uclabruins.com/ViewArticle.dbml?ATCLID=207913802

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