When you're living in Maryland, it's difficult to escape the metropolitan delights of Baltimore and nearby Washington, DC As two of the country's most exciting and culturally vibrant cities, Baltimore and Washington, DC justifiably receive most of the press regarding this part of the country. However, just like any other major city, these cities are great places to visit but not necessarily to live. Some residents of these cities enjoy an excellent standard of living while others are unable to due to the high standard of living in these places.

As a result, towns within the Washington-Baltimore Metropolitan Area are rapidly growing in population, as people are seeking places that offer a lower cost of living and higher quality of life from the places that they live. Towns like Greater Upper Marlboro in Maryland are enjoying the appeal of their convenient location to these major cities. Located less than twenty miles east of the nation's capital, Greater Upper Marlboro is a charming, multicultural residential community that offers the best of smalltown America.

Located in scenic Prince George's County and home to 18,720 residents at the time of the 2000 census, Greater Upper Marlboro isn't just about location. Rather, with its beautiful homes and high safety records, Greater Upper Marlboro is the type of community that is an excellent place to raise a family. With its abundance of local treasures, Greater Upper Marlboro is a great place to live.