North Bethesda Maryland Map

About North Bethesda, Maryland

North Bethesda is a locality in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of 49,677. The population density is 2152.2 people per km². North Bethesda is located at 39.0446°N, 77.1189°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20895.

North Bethesda, Maryland, unfolds across a landscape of rolling terrain, a gentle topography that gives way to a suburban sprawl punctuated by pockets of green. It lies 3.3 miles south-south-east of Rockville, MD (from Rockville, MD: bearing 146°T), and is situated 6.2 miles north-west of Silver Spring. The air here often carries the humid scent of summer, a thick sweetness that clings to the broadleaf trees lining well-maintained avenues. Sunlight, when it breaks through the canopy, falls in broad, softened swathes, illuminating the manicured lawns and the occasional glimpse of distant, hazy hills. The character of North Bethesda is one of quiet competence, a place where the hum of commerce and the rustle of leaves coexist with a certain understated grace. Historically, this region was shaped by agricultural roots, its fertile soil yielding crops that fed a growing nation. Today, that legacy is largely overshadowed by a dynamic economy driven by technology and research, with a significant presence in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors. The Pike District, a vibrant hub within North Bethesda, buzzes with innovation, its modern office buildings reflecting the sky. Yet, echoes of its past persist; the occasional weathered barn or a stand of old-growth oaks can still be found, reminders of a slower, agrarian era. The Strathmore, a renowned arts and cultural center, stands as a testament to the area's commitment to enriching its residents' lives, offering a stage for both local talent and international performers, a beacon of creativity in this industrious corner of Montgomery County.

About This North Bethesda Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of North Bethesda, Maryland — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.044554, -77.118868. 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 North Bethesda and Montgomery County.

Detailed location data for North Bethesda includes the ZIP code (20852), telephone area code (301, 240), county seat of Montgomery County (Rockville), and school district assignment (Montgomery 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 North Bethesda is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.