20711

20711 is a ZIP code assigned by the United States Postal Service to an area in Prince George's County, Maryland, encompassing portions of Bishopville, Bowie, and the surrounding unincorporated community of Elkridge. The postal boundaries are defined by major thoroughfares such as U.S. Route 40, Maryland Route 166, and Maryland Route 648, and they serve both residential neighborhoods and commercial districts.

According to the 2020 U.S. Census, the ZIP code has a population of approximately 5,000 residents. The demographic mix includes White, African American, and Asian households, with a median age of around 38 years. The area is governed by the county, which provides municipal services such as police, fire protection, and public works. Educational needs are met by the Prince George's County Public Schools system, with schools like Elkridge Elementary and Bowie High School located within the zone.

Leisure and recreation are centered around local parks, notably Elkridge Park and the nearby Greenbelt, as well as recreational facilities on the Patuxent River. The economy is largely commuter-based, with many residents working in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area or at nearby federal facilities—including the nearby Joint Base Andrews. Commercial activity is concentrated along Maryland Route 166 and the Bowie interchange, hosting a mix of retail, service, and small‑business enterprises.