Living in Garrett County, Maryland

Garrett County is a county in Maryland with a population of around 29,460. The main communities are Mountain Lake Park, Oakland, Grantsville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $614/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $317K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 38°F) and cool summers (highs around 73°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Garrett County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 46 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.