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Swanton, Maryland
Swanton, Maryland is located in Maryland
Swanton, Maryland
Swanton, Maryland
Location in Maryland
Swanton, Maryland is located in the United States
Swanton, Maryland
Swanton, Maryland
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Maryland
County Garrett
Area
 • Total 0.38 sq mi (0.99 km2)
 • Land 0.38 sq mi (0.99 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
2,310 ft (700 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 66
 • Density 172.32/sq mi (66.47/km2)
Time zone UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP code
21561
FIPS code 24-76450
GNIS feature ID 2583693

Swanton is a small community in Garrett County, Maryland, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population, but it doesn't have its own city government.

Swanton is a great spot for outdoor fun. It is home to Deep Creek Lake State Park. Many private homes are also found near Deep Creek Lake. The area is close to Wisp Ski Resort. You can also find other fun places nearby. These include Jennings Randolph Lake and Ohiopyle State Park. In the center of Swanton, there is a church and a post office.

People in Swanton

According to the 2020 United States Census, 66 people live in Swanton. A building called Anderson Chapel is in Swanton. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. This means it is an important historical site.

Swanton's Population Over Time

Historical population
Census Pop.
2010 58
2020 66 13.8%
U.S. Decennial Census

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