Potomac Maryland Map

About Potomac, Maryland

Potomac is a locality in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of 45,902. The population density is 709.3 people per km². Potomac is located at 39.0182°N, 77.2086°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20817.

Potomac lies where the rolling green hills of Montgomery County begin to soften, a landscape of broad lawns and mature trees that cast long, cool shadows. It lies 5.1 miles west-south-west of North Bethesda, MD (from North Bethesda, MD: bearing 249°T), and is situated 9.6 miles south of Montgomery. The air here, especially in the lingering twilight of a summer evening, carries a scent of damp earth and blooming honeysuckle, a quiet sweetness that speaks of fertile ground and the patient growth of decades. Ancient oaks, their limbs gnarled like the hands of storytellers, stand sentinel over wide, open spaces, and the gentle slopes of the terrain invite the eye to wander, to follow the curve of a driveway disappearing into dappled sunlight or the distant shimmer of a well-tended garden. The very character of Potomac is one of understated elegance, a place where nature's inherent beauty is amplified by careful stewardship, creating an atmosphere of serene prosperity. This land, once part of the vast agricultural expanse that fed a burgeoning nation, has gracefully transitioned, its fields and farms giving way to a more refined residential character, though remnants of its agrarian past can still be glimpsed in the enduring charm of certain estates. Potomac's local economy thrives on the wealth and ingenuity of its residents, many of whom contribute to the intellectual and technological heart of the nearby capital region, their commutes a testament to the area's enduring appeal as a desirable place to call home. The Potomac River, a constant, powerful presence, winds its way nearby, its waters reflecting the changing skies and serving as a silent witness to the unfolding narrative of this distinctive corner of Maryland. Though it boasts no bustling downtown in the traditional sense, Potomac cultivates a strong sense of community, a shared appreciation for its leafy avenues and the quiet dignity that defines its everyday rhythm.

About This Potomac Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Potomac, Maryland with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Potomac and Montgomery County.

Detailed location data for Potomac includes the ZIP code (20854), telephone area code (410, 443, 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 Potomac is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.