Montgomery County, county in Maryland, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 1,051,816 inhabitants. The county was created 248 years ago in 1776. Its county seat is Rockville.
There are 43 city/town in Montgomery County, MD. The largest city of Montgomery County is Redland with a population of 147,010. Other cities include, Germantown population 86,395, Silver Spring population 71,452, Rockville population 69,512, Gaithersburg population 67,741
With over 1 million residents, Montgomery County is the most populous county in Maryland and contains some of the state's largest and most vibrant cities. From the historic port city of Rockville that served as a crossroads during the Colonial era, to the planned community of Gaithersburg that emerged in the late 19th century as a railroad town, Montgomery County's cities each have their own unique origins and character.
The county seat of Rockville, located just north of Washington D.C., balances small-town charm with urban amenities. Historic sites like the Rockville Railroad Station and Glenview Mansion rub shoulders with award-winning restaurants, boutiques, and performing arts spaces. Gaithersburg, further north along I-270, is home to biotech firms drawn by its proximity to federal research centers as well as families who appreciate its parks and popular summer concert series.
Further east, Silver Spring is one of the most diverse areas in the state, known for its International food and shopping scene. The downtown area has undergone major revitalization in recent years, anchored by the American Film Institute Silver Theater. And the southern part of the county contains the affluent bedroom community of Bethesda, which boasts the National Institute of Health, upscale shopping, and a vibrant nightlife.
With its mix of historic and modern cities, each with its own flavor, Montgomery County offers something for everyone looking for an engaging community to call home. The unique identities and rich histories of its cities provide plenty of pride for residents and interest for visitors seeking a taste of suburban Maryland life.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Montgomery County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Aspen Hill | Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 48,759 |
Barnesville | Town in Maryland, United States | 178 |
Bethesda | A census-designated place (CDP) in Montgomery County, Maryland. | 62,448 |
Brookeville | Town in Maryland, United States | 144 |
Brookmont | Unincorporated area in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 3,468 |
Burtonsville | Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 8,323 |
Cabin John | Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 2,280 |
Chevy Chase | Unincorporated community in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 2,980 |
Chevy Chase Section 4 | Town in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 2,960 |
Chevy Chase Section Five | Village in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 702 |
Chevy Chase Section Three | Village in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 794 |
Chevy Chase View | Town located in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 979 |
Chevy Chase Village | Town in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 2,050 |
Cloverly | Community in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 15,126 |
Colesville | Unincorporated area in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 14,647 |
Darnestown | Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 6,802 |
Fairland | Town in Oklahoma, United States | 23,681 |
Forest Glen | Unincorporated area in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 6,582 |
Friendship Village | Special taxing area and census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 5,051 |
Gaithersburg | The second most populous city in Montgomery County, Maryland. | 67,741 |
Garrett Park | Town in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 1,015 |
Germantown | Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 86,395 |
Glen Echo | Town in Maryland, United States | 269 |
Hillandale | Census-designated place Maryland, United States | 6,043 |
Kemp Mill | Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 13,445 |
Kensington | Town in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 2,330 |
Laytonsville | Town in Maryland, United States | 353 |
Montgomery Village | Unincorporated community in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 32,032 |
North Bethesda | A census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland. | 43,828 |
North Chevy Chase | Village in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 597 |
North Kensington | Unincorporated area in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 9,514 |
North Potomac | Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 24,410 |
Olney | Unincorporated area of Montgomery County, Maryland, United States of America | 33,844 |
Poolesville | Town in Maryland, United States | 5,249 |
Potomac | Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 44,965 |
Redland | A census-designated place in Prince George's County, Maryland. | 147,010 |
Rockville | The most populous city in Montgomery County, Maryland. | 69,512 |
Silver Spring | A city in Montgomery County, Maryland. | 71,452 |
South Kensington | Unincorporated area in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States of America | 8,462 |
Takoma Park | City in Maryland, United States | 17,696 |
Travilah | Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 12,159 |
Washington Grove | Town in Maryland, United States | 551 |
White Oak | Unincorporated area in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States | 19,020 |