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Lochearn, Maryland
Liberty Road at Liberty Terrace in Lochearn, Maryland
Liberty Road at Liberty Terrace in Lochearn, Maryland
Location of Lochearn, Maryland
Location of Lochearn, Maryland
Country  United States
State  Maryland
County Baltimore
Established 1882
Area
 • Total 5.62 sq mi (14.56 km2)
 • Land 5.59 sq mi (14.48 km2)
 • Water 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2)
Elevation
413 ft (126 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 25,511
 • Density 4,563.69/sq mi (1,761.92/km2)
Time zone UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP Code
21207, 21208, 21215
FIPS code 24-47450
GNIS feature ID 0590686

Lochearn is a community in Baltimore County, Maryland, in the United States. It is not an official city but a "census-designated place." This means it's an area that the government counts for population surveys. Lochearn is located just west of the big city of Baltimore. In 2020, about 25,511 people lived there.

Where is Lochearn?

Lochearn is located at 39°21′02″N 76°43′47″W / 39.350630°N 76.729755°W / 39.350630; -76.729755. It covers an area of about 5.6 square miles (14.56 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.

Lochearn's Borders

Lochearn has clear borders. To the east, it touches the city line of Baltimore. To the south, it's bordered by Gwynn Oak Avenue, Woodlawn Drive, and Dogwood Road. The Baltimore Beltway forms its western edge. On the northeast, the Baltimore Metro transit line, including the Milford Mill station, marks its boundary.

Main Roads in Lochearn

Several important roads help people get around Lochearn.

  • Liberty Road (Maryland Route 26) is the main road.
  • Other roads include Essex Road, Milford Mill Road, and Patterson Avenue.

Neighborhoods in Lochearn

Lochearn is made up of several smaller neighborhoods. These include:

  • Brighton (part of which is also in Baltimore City)
  • Milford
  • Villa Nova
  • Campfield Gardens
  • Forest Gardens
  • Sudbrook Park
  • Willow Glen
  • Williamsburg/Park Hill

What's the Weather Like?

Lochearn has a type of weather called a humid subtropical climate. This means summers are usually hot and humid. Winters are generally mild to cool, not too cold.

How to Get Around Lochearn

Roads for Driving

The most important road that goes through Lochearn is Liberty Road. Other smaller roads help people travel within the different neighborhoods. These include Buckingham Road, Croydon Road, and St. Lukes Lane.

Buses and Public Transport

You can also get around Lochearn using public transportation. The Maryland Transit Administration's CityLink Lime Bus route runs along Liberty Road. This makes it easier for people to travel without a car.

Who Lives in Lochearn?

Lochearn has seen its population stay fairly steady over the years.

Historical population
Census Pop.
1980 26,908
1990 25,240 −6.2%
2000 25,269 0.1%
2010 25,333 0.3%
2020 25,511 0.7%
U.S. Decennial Census
2010 2020

In 2020, the population was 25,511 people. This number has changed a little over time but has remained around 25,000 to 26,000 residents.

Famous People from Lochearn

  • Kevin B. Kamenetz was an important leader in Baltimore County. He served as the County Executive from 2010 to 2018. A County Executive is like the mayor for the whole county. Before that, he was a County Councilman, helping to make decisions for the area.

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