Cumberland, Maryland
Cumberland: city in Allegany County, Maryland, United States
About
Cumberland is a city located in the county of Allegany in the U.S. state of Maryland. Its population at the 2010 census was 20,859 and a population density of 797 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 19,131 inhabitants.
The city was created 239 years ago in 1786.
Quick Facts about Cumberland
| Population | 19,131 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Maryland (United States) |
| County | Allegany County |
| Postal code | 21501–21505 |
| Area | 26.17 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.6529,-78.7625 |
| Named for | Prince William, Duke of Cumberland |
| Altitude | 627 feet / 191 meters |
| Capital city | Cumberland is capital of Allegany County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1787 (239 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Local time | 20:43:06 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 731 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -9.03% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 69℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Cumberland is located at 39°39'10"N 78°45'45"W (39.6528700, -78.7625200).
Cumberland map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 69. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Cumberland
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Cumberland decreased by 9.03% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 20,859 | - | census |
| 2011 | 20,721 | -0.67% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 20,545 | -0.86% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 20,404 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 20,236 | -0.83% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 20,043 | -0.96% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 19,880 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 19,623 | -1.31% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 19,469 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 19,284 | -0.96% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 19,131 | -0.8% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Cumberland
1Western Maryland Scenic Railroad
13 Canal St, Cumberland, MD 21502, United States View details
Phone: +13018762887 | Website available
2Constitution Park
Fort Ave, Cumberland, MD 21502, United States View details
Phone: +13017596636 | Website available
3Tri-State Zoological Park
10105 Cottage Inn Ln NE #8250, Cumberland, MD 21502, United States View details
Phone: +13017242400
4Moon Glo Skating Rink
12700 Bedford Rd NE, Cumberland, MD 21502, United States View details
Phone: +13017249086
5Cumberland Visitor Center
Western Maryland Railroad Station, 13 Canal St, Cumberland, MD 21502, United States View details
Phone: +13017228226 | Website available
Where to Eat in Cumberland
1Roy Rogers
624 Queen City Dr, Cumberland, MD 21502, United States View details
Phone: +13017778299 | Website available
2Little Caesars Pizza
505 Springdale St, Cumberland, MD 21502, United States View details
Phone: +13017777050 | Website available
3Shooters Neighborhood Bar & Grill
13408 McMullen Hwy SW, Cumberland, MD 21502, United States View details
Phone: +13017291637 | Website available
Where to Stay in Cumberland
1Ramada by Wyndham Cumberland Downtown
100 S George St, Cumberland, MD 21502, United States View details
Phone: +13016603856 | Website available
2Sleep Inn & Suites Cumberland-Lavale
13320 Ali Ghan Rd NE, Cumberland, MD 21502, United States View details
Phone: +12405801333 | Website available
People born in Cumberland (79)
People born in Cumberland, including politician John Glenn Beall Jr., politician George Wellington, baseball player Aaron Laffey, .
More notable people
- George Alexander Pearre (19th Century American politician (1860-1923)) he was born in 16/07/1860
- Thomas Johns Perry (American politician (1807-1871)) he was born in 17/02/1807
- Edward Ord (Union Army general) he was born in 18/10/1818
- Eddie Deezen (American actor and comedian) he was born in 06/03/1957
- Drew Hankinson (American professional wrestler) he was born in 22/12/1983
- William McMahon McKaig (American politician (1845-1907)) he was born in 29/07/1845
- Fetter Schrier Hoblitzell (Confederate Army soldier (1838-1900)) he was born in 07/10/1838
- Daniel F. Miller (American politician (1814-1895)) he was born in 04/10/1814
- David M. Walsh (American cinematographer) he was born in 23/07/1931
- Douglas C. Wallace (American geneticist) he was born in 06/11/1946
- Eleazer McComb (American politician (1740-1798)) he was born in 11/08/1740
- Joe Darby (U.S. Marine Sargeant and whistleblower) he was born in 01/01/1979
- Henry G. Worthington (American politician (1828-1909)) he was born in 09/02/1828
- Henry William Hoffman (American politician (1825-1895)) he was born in 10/11/1825
- Philip Francis Murphy (Catholic bishop) he was born in 25/03/1933
- Robert D. Rowley (American bishop) he was born in 06/07/1941
- Jesse Carleton (Amateur golfer) he was born in 20/08/1862
- Bruce Price (American architect (1845-1903)) he was born in 12/12/1845
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Cumberland, MD. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 161688 | Allegany College of Maryland | Cumberland (MD) | 21502-2596 |
Nearby Transit Stations (15)
Rail and bus stations connected to Cumberland, MD. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Code: C U M | Cumberland station | East Harrison and Queen City Street | RAIL |
| CUA | Cumberland, MD | 12401 Willowbrook Road SE | BUS |
| FSB | Frostburg, MD | 101 Braddock Road | BUS |
| GTV | Grantsville, MD | 3000 Chestnut Ridge Road | BUS |
| HNK | Hancock, MD | 434 East Main Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Cumberland.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland Post Office | Cumberland (MD) | 21502 |
Other places with the same name (7)
- Cumberland, Rhode Island town of the United States with a population of 35,207 people.
- Cumberland, Indiana town in Hancock and Marion Counties, Indiana with a population of 2,774 people.
- Cumberland, Kentucky city in Harlan County, Kentucky, United States with a population of 1,854 people.
- Cumberland, Wisconsin civil town in Barron County, Wisconsin with a population of 864 people.
- Cumberland, Virginia town in Cumberland County, Virginia, United States with a population of 393 people.
- Cumberland, Ohio human settlement in Guernsey County, Ohio, United States of America with a population of 346 people.
- Cumberland, Iowa town in Cass County, Iowa, United States with a population of 246 people.
Other cities in Allegany County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Allegany County , MD.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Frostburg | 8,465 | City in Allegany County, Maryland, United States |
| La Vale | 3,551 | Census designated place |
| Westernport | 1,712 | Town of the United States |
| Charlestown | 1,202 | Town in Cecil County, Maryland |
| Lonaconing | 1,096 | Town in Maryland, United States |
| Barton | 419 | Town in Allegany County, Maryland, United States |
| Midland | 410 | Town of the United States |
| Luke | 60 | Town in Allegany County, Maryland, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Cumberland distances to largest Maryland cities