The Social Security Administration moved its headquarters to Woodlawn in 1960, bringing thousands of federal jobs. That presence has shaped Woodlawn ever since.
Security Boulevard’s commercial corridor provides comprehensive services, though the retail landscape has evolved with changing shopping patterns.
Housing developed to serve SSA workers and other residents seeking affordable western Baltimore County options.
The community has diversified over decades. Woodlawn today is multicultural, with residents from various backgrounds.
The Beltway provides access throughout the region.