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 163 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 |
| Altitude : | 2,398 feet / 731 meters |
| Capital city : | Oakland is capital of Garrett County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1862 (163 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 04:05:15 (6th December 2025) |
| Density : | 254 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -6.77% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Oakland is located at 38°48'51"N 76°32'38"W (38.8142800, -76.5438500).
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- Official Website
Official website of Oakland
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Oakland decreased by 6.77% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 1,925 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,896 | -1.53% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,898 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,898 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,862 | -1.93% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,846 | -0.87% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,842 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,832 | -0.55% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,823 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,815 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,803 | -0.67% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Oakland
1 Swallow Falls State Park
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2 Herrington Manor State Park
222 Herrington Ln, Oakland, MD 21550, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Oakland B & O Railroad Museum
117 E Liberty St, Oakland, MD 21550, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Garrett County Museum of Transportation
108 E Liberty St, Oakland, MD 21550, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 The Old Brant Mine
1491 Sandy Shores Rd, Oakland, MD 21550, United States ➦ Show Map
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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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Schools in Oakland
College & universities near Oakland, MD
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 487676 | The Temple Annapolis-A Paul Mitchell Partner School | Annapolis (MD) | 21401-3833 |
Stations (23)
Amtrak & bus stations near Oakland, MD
| 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 |
Post offices near Oakland
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Churchton Post Office | Churchton (MD) | 20733 |
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- Oakland , California The third most populous city in California, Oakland is a major center for business, manufacturing, and culture. The city is home to the Oakland International Airport, the Oakland Raiders, and the Golden State Warriors. Oakland is also home to a number of universities, such as the University of California, Berkeley and the Mills College. 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.
- Oakland , Missouri city in St. Louis County, Missouri, United States with a population of 1,375 people.
- Oakland , Oklahoma human settlement in Marshall County, Oklahoma, United States of America with a population of 1,161 people.
- Oakland , Oregon city in Oregon, USA with a population of 954 people.
- Oakland , Pennsylvania census-designated place in Cambria County, Pennsylvania with a population of 556 people.
- Oakland , Mississippi town in Yalobusha County, Mississippi with a population of 514 people.
- Oakland , Mississippi town in Yalobusha County, Mississippi with a population of 492 people.
- Oakland , Minnesota unincorporated community in Freeborn County, Minnesota with a population of 299 people.
- Oakland , Kentucky city in Warren County, Kentucky, USA with a population of 217 people.
- Oakland , Nebraska city in Burt County, Nebraska, United States with a population of 142 people.
- Oakland , Illinois city in Coles County, Illinois, United States with a population of 127 people.
- Oakland , Kansas human settlement (possibly historical) with a population of 34 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 |
| Severn | 44,231 | Census-designated place in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States |
| Annapolis | 39,524 | City in and county seat of Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States, and Maryland federated state capital city |
| City of Annapolis | 39,418 | 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 |
| Cape Saint Claire | 8,747 | Park in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States of America |
| Londontowne | 8,018 | Unincorporated area in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States |
| Jessup | 7,137 | Locality in Howard and Anne Arundel counties, Maryland, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Oakland distances to largest Maryland cities
