Bloomington Maryland Map

About Bloomington, Maryland

Bloomington is a locality in Garrett County, Maryland, United States. It is a small community with a population of 150. The population density is 102.7 people per km². Bloomington is located at 39.4801°N, 79.0711°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 21523.

Bloomington is a place where the land itself seems to hum with a quiet, enduring energy, a gentle slope of Appalachian foothills that roll and fold like a sleeping giant. It lies 13.2 miles east-south-east of Garrett, MD (from Garrett, MD: bearing 117°T), and is situated 5.9 miles west-north-west of Keyser. The air here, particularly in the late afternoon when the sun begins its slow descent, carries a crispness that hints at the higher elevations surrounding it, a subtle coolness that clings even on warmer days. The terrain is a study in greens and browns, a mosaic of dense woodlands interspersed with fields that, depending on the season, might be lush with summer growth or lie fallow under a blanket of winter snow. This is a landscape that invites contemplation, where the winding roads seem to follow the natural contours of the earth, revealing glimpses of distant ridges and the occasional glint of water through the trees. The history of Bloomington is deeply intertwined with the very resources that shaped its early development, a legacy felt in the quiet resilience of its people and the enduring character of its structures. Once a hub for industry, the echoes of its past can still be discerned, though the economy has since shifted, seeking new avenues in the surrounding natural beauty and the opportunities it presents. The nearby waterways, particularly the Savage River, offer a serene counterpoint to the area's industrial past, providing a place for recreation and a constant, soothing presence. Life in Bloomington unfolds at its own deliberate pace, a steady rhythm dictated by the seasons and the deep-rooted connection to the land, a characteristic that defines its unique charm.

About This Bloomington Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Bloomington, Maryland — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.480093, -79.071142. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Bloomington and Garrett County.

Detailed location data for Bloomington includes the ZIP code (21523), telephone area code (410, 443), county seat of Garrett County (Oakland), and school district assignment (Garrett County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Bloomington is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.