Lonaconing, Maryland
Lonaconing: town in Maryland, United States
About
Lonaconing is a town located in the county of Allegany in the U.S. state of Maryland. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,214 and a population density of 1,290 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,096 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Lonaconing
| Population | 1,096 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Maryland (United States) |
| County | Allegany County |
| Postal code | 21539 |
| Phone Area Codes | 301 |
| Area | 0.94 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.5659,-78.9803 |
| Altitude | 1,490 feet / 454 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 04:58:10 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,165 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -10.77% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 77℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Lonaconing is located at 39°33'57"N 78°58'49"W (39.5659200, -78.9803000).
Lonaconing map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 77. Northwest wind 3 to 8 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Lonaconing decreased by 10.77% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,214 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,184 | -2.53% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,176 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,168 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,155 | -1.13% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,148 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,139 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,125 | -1.24% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,117 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,107 | -0.9% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,096 | -1% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Lonaconing
1Dans Mountain Wildlife Management Area
National Fwy, Lonaconing, MD 21539, United States View details
Phone: +13014782525 | Website available
2Lonaconing Iron Furnace
Main St, Lonaconing, MD 21539, United States View details
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3Dans Mountain State Park
17410 Recreation Area Rd SW, Lonaconing, MD 21539, United States View details
Phone: +13018955453 | Website available
People born in Lonaconing (4)
People born in Lonaconing, including politician Binger Hermann, Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church John Gardner Murray, gridiron football player Gary Inskeep, .
More notable people
- James Francis McIndoe he was born in 18/01/1868
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Lonaconing, MD. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 162584 | Frostburg State University | Frostburg (MD) | 21532-1099 |
Nearby Transit Stations (13)
Rail and bus stations connected to Lonaconing, MD. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| FSB | Frostburg, MD | 101 Braddock Road | BUS |
| GTV | Grantsville, MD | 3000 Chestnut Ridge Road | BUS |
| Code: C U M | Cumberland station | East Harrison and Queen City Street | RAIL |
| CUA | Cumberland, MD | 12401 Willowbrook Road SE | BUS |
| HNK | Hancock, MD | 434 East Main Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Lonaconing.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lonaconing Post Office | Lonaconing (MD) | 21539 |
Other cities in Allegany County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Allegany County , MD.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland | 19,131 | City in Allegany County, Maryland, United States |
| 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 |
| 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
Lonaconing distances to largest Maryland cities