Explore Fairland, Maryland, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Fairland |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 39.07622 |
| Longitude | -76.957753 |
| Population | 25,396 |
| Density | 1974.9 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 20904, 20866 |
| Area Code | 410, 443, 301, 240 |
| County Seat | Rockville |
| School District | Montgomery County Public Schools |
Fairland occupies a quiet expanse of land where the transition from the bustling urban edge yields to a more contemplative, verdant pace. It lies 1.7 miles northwest of Calverton, MD (from Calverton, MD: bearing 318°T), and is situated 7.0 miles north-northeast of Silver Spring. The regional landscape is defined by a series of wooded corridors and subtle elevations that speak to the ancient geology of the Piedmont. Paint Branch winds through the local terrain, its steady flow carving a path that sustains the local flora and fauna. Residents often find solace in the natural stillness of Stonecrest Nca, a space that preserves the quiet character of the mid-Atlantic woods. On clear days, the distant silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains provides a faint, hazy boundary to the western horizon, anchoring the view in a deep sense of time.
Fairland evolved from a landscape of agrarian roots into a diverse residential mosaic that reflects the broader economic shifts of the region. The local economy relies heavily on a blend of professional services and technical sectors, drawing strength from the proximity of research and educational institutions. Early industry focused on the extraction of resources and small-scale farming, leaving behind a legacy of resilience that persists in the current suburban framework. Businesses now flourish along the major transit corridors, balancing the needs of a modern workforce with the persistent, grounded spirit of the local merchants. The interplay between these industrious pursuits and the preservation of open spaces defines the ongoing development of the area.
Fairland harbors a quiet cultural depth, revealed in the way light filters through the canopy at dusk and settles upon the suburban streets. The daily rhythm is marked by a blend of long-standing traditions and the arrival of new perspectives that enrich the social fabric. While the area remains largely residential, its proximity to larger intellectual hubs ensures that its population stays engaged with broader currents of thought. Notable figures such as the musician and activist Dave Chappelle have spent time in the region, reflecting the area’s ability to offer a private, grounded existence to those who seek it. Events held throughout the year celebrate this collective identity, reinforcing a sense of belonging that transcends the simple geography of the place.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fairland, Maryland. Coordinates: 39.07622, -76.957753. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Fairland includes the ZIP code (20904, 20866), telephone area code (410, 443, 301, 240), county seat of Montgomery County (Rockville), and school district assignment (Montgomery County Public Schools).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |