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Garrett County, Maryland
Garrett County, Maryland. Garrett County had 28,370 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.5% since 2020, while Maryland grew 1.4%. It holds 15 places (8 cities, villages and boroughs and 7 census-designated) and 9 census tracts. GEOID 24023.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
28,370
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 28,806 · ACS 2020-2024: 28,615
Median household income
$67,688
±$3,685 (90% margin)
Maryland: $103,678
Median home value
$235,300
±$10,588 (90% margin)
Maryland: $419,900
Median gross rent
$765
±$71 (90% margin)
Maryland: $1,705
How many people live in Garrett County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 28,806 residents in Garrett County. The Census Bureau estimates 28,370 for July 1, 2025, down 1.5% since 2020, while Maryland grew 1.4%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 28,615 over 649 square miles of land.
| Measure | Garrett County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 28,615 | 6,206,011 | −620 |
| Households | 12,578±360 | 2,362,928 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.22±0.06 | 2.57 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 18,642±52 | 2,560,784 | −696 |
Garrett County's population since 2000
From 29,846 in 2000 to 28,370 in 2025: down 4.9%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Garrett County?
Garrett County holds 15 places: 8 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 7 census-designated places. The largest is Mountain Lake Park with 2,101 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Mountain Lake Park | 2,147 | $60,875 |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland | 1,851 | $53,289 |
| Grantsville | 968 | $38,512 |
| FinzelGEOID 2428275 | 495 | $115,343 |
| Loch Lynn Heights | 493 | $48,958 |
| Friendsville | 438 | $46,053 |
| Accident | 338 | $58,929 |
| Deer Park | 303 | $52,500 |
| Kitzmiller | 300 | $55,500 |
| BloomingtonGEOID 2408050 | 271 | $59,063 |
| CrellinGEOID 2420500 | 210 | not published |
| JenningsGEOID 2442450 | 99 | not published |
| HuttonGEOID 2441175 | 87 | not published |
| GormanGEOID 2434150 | 85 | not published |
| SwantonGEOID 2476450 | 66 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Garrett County?
The median resident of Garrett County is 48.3 years old; 17.7% are under 18 and 24.2% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 94.7%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 2.0%. 1.4% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Garrett County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48.3±0.3 | 39.4 | +2.1 |
| Under 18 years | 17.7% | 22.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 24.2%±0.2 pts | 16.7% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% | 12.5% | +0.3 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 94.7%±0.5 pts | 46.6% | −1.7 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.4 pts | 28.9% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.1 pts | 6.5% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.0%±0.4 pts | 4.6% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.4 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.4%±0.4 pts | 16.6% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.3%±1.0 pts | 21.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 9.0%±1.1 pts | 6.8% | – |
| With a disability | 19.8%±1.9 pts | 11.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.2%±1.1 pts | 6.3% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 90.2%±1.6 pts | 91.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 25.9%±2.0 pts | 43.4% | +5.0 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 12.4%±1.6 pts | 20.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.2%±0.7 pts | 2.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Garrett County earn?
Half of Garrett County's 12,578 households earn less than $67,688 a year (±$3,685), against $103,678 in Maryland. In 2015-2019 it was $64,755 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Garrett County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $67,688±$3,685 | $103,678 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $97,358±$7,731 | $136,642 | – |
| Per capita income | $43,354±$3,545 | $52,979 | +$5,674 |
| People below the poverty line | 11.2%±1.8 pts | 9.4% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 13.4%±4.1 pts | 11.5% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 15.1%±1.7 pts | 11.2% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 83.0%±2.2 pts | 92.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Garrett County?
Owners occupy 79.7% of Garrett County's occupied homes and renters 20.3%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $235,300 by its owner (±$10,588). The median renter pays $765 a month including utilities, and 27.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Garrett County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $235,300±$10,588 | $419,900 | +$21,282 |
| Median gross rent | $765±$71 | $1,705 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 27.2%±6.3 pts | 42.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,546±$84 | $2,347 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 79.7%±2.2 pts | 67.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 18,642±52 | 2,560,784 | −696 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.1%±0.9 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 25.6%±6.3 pts | 4.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 80.0%±2.1 pts | 51.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 8.9%±1.5 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.8%±0.5 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 12.3%±1.3 pts | 10.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Garrett County building?
Builders took permits for 148 new housing units across Garrett County in 2025 (138 single-family), 5.2 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Garrett County get to work?
75.1% of Garrett County's workers drive alone and 12.3% work from home. The average trip to work takes 23.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.4%.
| Measure | Garrett County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 58.2%±1.9 pts | 67.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.4%±1.0 pts | 4.9% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 75.1%±2.9 pts | 64.7% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.3%±1.5 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.1%±0.7 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Walked | 2.0%±0.7 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 12.3%±2.4 pts | 19.3% | +5.6 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 23.7 min±1.3 | 31.1 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Garrett County's census tracts?
Garrett County is divided into 9 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $53,750 (Tract 7) to $98,194 (Tract 5.02).
| Tract 124023000100 | 4,029±360 | $59,094 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 224023000200 | 3,842±394 | $65,321 |
| Tract 324023000300 | 2,477±396 | $82,550 |
| Tract 424023000400 | 2,651±322 | $55,994 |
| Tract 5.0124023000501 | 1,635±292 | $94,081 |
| Tract 5.0224023000502 | 2,795±384 | $98,194 |
| Tract 6.0124023000601 | 4,130±543 | $76,382 |
| Tract 6.0224023000602 | 1,598±266 | $91,708 |
| Tract 724023000700 | 5,458±447 | $53,750 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Garrett County compare with Maryland's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 22nd of 24 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 22nd of 24 |
| Residents per square mile | 24th of 24 |
| Median household income | 20th of 24 |
| Median home value | 21st of 24 |
| Median gross rent | 24th of 24 |
| Poverty rate | 8th of 24 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 19th of 24 |
| Median age | 4th of 24 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Garrett County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.