Edgemont Maryland Map

About Edgemont, Maryland

Edgemont is a locality in Washington County, Maryland, United States. It is a small community with a population of 107. The population density is 113.6 people per km². Edgemont is located at 39.6782°N, 77.5414°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 21783.

Edgemont lies nestled in a valley where the rolling hills of Washington County begin their more determined ascent toward the Appalachian spine. It lies 9.5 miles east-north-east of Washington, MD (from Washington, MD: bearing 62°T), and is situated 9.8 miles east-north-east of Hagerstown. The land here is a patchwork of fertile fields, their greens and golds muted by the soft, often overcast skies that grace this part of Maryland. Streams, born from the gentle slopes, thread their way through the terrain, their waters reflecting the dense foliage of oak and maple that crowds the higher ground. The air, especially in the quiet mornings, carries the scent of damp earth and distant woodsmoke, a constant reminder of the agricultural heart that beats beneath the surface of this quiet place. This corner of Washington County has long been shaped by the land's bounty, its history intertwined with the agricultural endeavors that still define Edgemont's economy. Generations have worked the soil, cultivating crops that feed the surrounding region, a tradition that lends a certain groundedness to the local character. The modest homes and weathered barns speak of a life lived in close communion with the seasons, a stark contrast to the hurried pace of more populous centers. While not a place of grand monuments, the quiet persistence of its people and the enduring beauty of its natural setting offer a distinct charm, a subtle testament to the enduring spirit of the land.

About This Edgemont Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Edgemont, Maryland — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.678151, -77.541379. 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 Edgemont and Washington County.

Detailed location data for Edgemont includes the ZIP code (21702), telephone area code (410, 443), county seat of Washington County (Hagerstown), and school district assignment (Washington 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 Edgemont is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.