Oakland, Maryland
Oakland: town in the west-central part of Garrett County, Maryland, United States.
About
Oakland is a town located in the county of Anne Arundel in the U.S. state of Maryland. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,925 and a population density of 271 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,803 inhabitants.
The town was created 164 years ago in 1861.
Quick Facts about Oakland
| Population | 1,803 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Maryland (United States) |
| County | Anne Arundel County |
| Postal code | 21550 |
| Phone Area Codes | 301 |
| Area | 7.1 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.8143,-76.5439 |
| Altitude | 2,398 feet / 731 meters |
| Capital city | Oakland is capital of Garrett County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1862 (164 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 10:26:26 (23rd September 2026) |
| Density | 254 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.34% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 58℉ Rain 7-days weather |
Geography
Oakland is located at 38°48'51"N 76°32'38"W (38.8142800, -76.5438500).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Oakland decreased by 6.34% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,925 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,896 | -1.51% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,898 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,898 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,862 | -1.9% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,846 | -0.86% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,842 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,832 | -0.54% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,823 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,815 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,803 | -0.66% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Oakland
1Swallow Falls State Park
2470 Maple Glade Rd, Oakland, MD 21550, United States View details
Phone: +13013876938 | Website available
2Herrington Manor State Park
222 Herrington Ln, Oakland, MD 21550, United States View details
Phone: +13013349180 | Website available
3Oakland B & O Railroad Museum
117 E Liberty St, Oakland, MD 21550, United States View details
Phone: +13013343204 | Website available
4Garrett County Museum of Transportation
108 E Liberty St, Oakland, MD 21550, United States View details
Phone: +13015331044 | Website available
5The Old Brant Mine
1491 Sandy Shores Rd, Oakland, MD 21550, United States View details
People born in Oakland (3)
People born in Oakland, including poker player Darvin Moon, business executive Charles M. White, politician Randy Smith, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Oakland, MD. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 487676 | The Temple Annapolis-A Paul Mitchell Partner School | Annapolis (MD) | 21401-3833 |
Nearby Transit Stations (23)
Rail and bus stations connected to Oakland, MD. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| KNT | Kent Island, MD | 3206 Main Street | BUS |
| NCR | New Carrollton station | 4300 Garden City Drive | RAIL |
| WAS | Washington Union Station | 50 Massachusetts Ave NE | RAIL |
| ESN | Easton Airport, Maryland | 29137 Newman Road | BUS |
| BWI | BWI Rail Station | 7 Amtrak Way | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Oakland.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Churchton Post Office | Churchton (MD) | 20733 |
Other places with the same name (8)
- Oakland, California The third most populous city in California, Oakland is a major center for business, manufacturing, and culture. with a population of 424,891 people.
- Oakland, New Jersey borough in New Jersey, USA. with a population of 12,841 people.
- Oakland, Tennessee human settlement in Fayette County, Tennessee, United States of America. with a population of 8,669 people.
- Oakland, Maine town in Kennebec County in the U.S. state of Maine. with a population of 6,341 people.
- Oakland, Wisconsin town in Burnett County, Wisconsin, USA. with a population of 3,215 people.
- Oakland, Florida town in Orange County, Florida, United States. with a population of 3,152 people.
- Oakland, Maryland town in the west-central part of Garrett County, Maryland, United States. with a population of 1,873 people.
- Oakland, Iowa city located in Iowa, United States. with a population of 1,491 people.
Other cities in Anne Arundel County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Anne Arundel County , MD. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Glen Burnie | 67,639 | Census designated place in Maryland |
| Annapolis | 39,524 | City in and county seat of Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States, and Maryland federated state capital city |
| Severna Park | 37,634 | Locale in Anne Arundel County, Maryland |
| Odenton | 37,132 | Census designated place |
| Crofton | 27,348 | Census place in Maryland, USA |
| Lake Shore | 19,477 | City in Cass County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Green Haven | 19,326 | Neighborhood of Pasadena, Maryland, United States |
| Ferndale | 16,746 | Town in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States |
| Maryland City | 16,093 | Census designated place in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States |
| Parole | 15,922 | Provisional release from prison, with certain conditions such as probation in some states |
| Linthicum | 10,324 | Census designated place |
| Londontowne | 8,018 | Unincorporated area in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States |
| Shady Side | 5,803 | Census designated place |
| Pumphrey | 5,322 | Census designated place |
| Robinwood | 5,024 | Census designated place |
| Deale | 4,945 | Census designated place |
Distance to Other Cities
Oakland distances to largest Maryland cities