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Montgomery County

City in Maryland, United States

Overview

Montgomery County, Maryland, is a dynamic region just outside Washington, DC, blending urban sophistication with suburban tranquility. Home to top-rated schools, diverse communities, and a lively arts scene, the county appeals to both families and culture enthusiasts. Its neighborhoods feature excellent dining, shopping, and green spaces, making it a highly desirable place to visit or live.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
United States
State
Maryland
Population
856,553
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
39.14°, -77.20°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
75
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$4,540
Local Cost
$2,470
Local Income
$5,300
Cashless
93
English
98
Temperature
12.7°C
Summer Avg
24.4°C
Winter Avg
0.8°C
Record High
40.6°C
Record Low
-19.6°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
1117 mm
Internet Speed
425 Mbps
Upload
175 Mbps
Latency
7 ms
City Vibrancy
20
Coworking
0
Cafes
5
Nightlife
2
Parks
13
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
GAI
Distance
5 km

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Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 14 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 92/100.

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