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Rockville is a city located in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. As of 2020, Rockville had an estimated population of 69,090 residents, making it the 3rd largest incorporated city in Maryland and the 2nd largest in Montgomery County behind Germantown.

Population and demographics

According to census data, Rockville's population grew 40.7% from 44,882 residents in 1990 to 63,090 residents in 2010. The most recent population estimate for 2020 put the city's population at 69,090. This represents steady population growth over the past 30 years.

Rockville has become increasingly diverse over the decades. As of 2010, Rockville was 66.8% White, 9.6% African American, 14.6% Asian, and 13.6% Hispanic or Latino. Almost a quarter of residents (24.2%) were foreign born.

In terms of age, Rockville has a relatively young population. The median age in the city is 38.7 compared to 38.0 for Maryland as a whole. Rockville has a particularly large millennial population, with over 30% of residents between the ages of 25 and 44.

History of Rockville

Rockville dates back to the early 18th century when the land was part of a 2,000 acre tract belonging to Daniel Dulany. In 1776, Dulany founded a small settlement known as Montgomery Court House which would eventually become Rockville.

By 1801, the village contained around 20 dwellings including the Montgomery County Courthouse. Growth continued into the 19th century with the opening of the Rockville Academy in 1803 and the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad reaching the town in 1849.

Rockville was officially incorporated in 1860. The coming of the railroad helped transform Rockville from a small rural town into a busy commercial center over the following decades. By 1904, Rockville's population exceeded 1,000 residents.

In the 20th century, Rockville emerged as one of Maryland's most prominent suburbs. Its population ballooned from around 6,000 in the 1950s to over 44,000 by 1990. Modern day Rockville is a major business and employment hub that maintains a small-town historic charm.

For more on Rockville's history, visit the Rockville, Maryland Wikipedia page.

Rockville's Economy

Rockville has a strong and diverse economic base. According to the city's website, there are over 11,500 businesses in Rockville including 150 international firms from 25 countries.

Major private employers located in Rockville include Adventist Healthcare, Lockheed Martin, Westat, and Emergent BioSolutions. Other large companies with a presence in Rockville include Courtyard by Marriott, Booz Allen Hamilton, IBM, Maxim Healthcare Services and PriceWaterhouseCoopers.

Rockville is also a hub for scientific research and biotech companies due to its proximity to federal institutions like the National Institute of Health and Food and Drug Administration. Prominent scientific organizations in the city include the American Center for Physics and the Montgomery County Biotechnology Center.

In addition to private employers, the city of Rockville has over 1,400 municipal employees across its various government departments and public services like law enforcement.

Attractions and Landmarks

Some top attractions and landmarks in Rockville include:

• Rockville Town Square - Mixed used urban development with shopping, dining, entertainment and outdoor events.
• Rockville Town Center Park - Large city park with trails, gardens and an amphitheater.

  GPS coordinates: 39°5'25"N 77°9'5"W

  Address: 131 Gibbs St, Rockville, MD 20850

• Glenview Mansion - Historic home built in 1926 that hosts cultural events and houses a local history museum.

  GPS coordinates: 39°4'37"N 77°9'10"W

  Address: 603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD 20851

• Rockville Civic Center Park - 62 acre park with nature center, athletic fields and swimming center.
• Montgomery College - Public community college founded in 1946.
• F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre - 642 seat regional theater venue.
• Croydon Creek Nature Center - Nature center featuring native plants and wildlife.

Public Library and Services

The Rockville Public Library system consists of 1 main library and 1 branch library:

• Rockville Memorial Library - 21 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850. Phone: (240) 777-0140
• Twinbrook Library - 202 Meadow Hall Dr, Rockville, MD 20851. Phone: (240) 777-0240

In addition to traditional library services, the Rockville Public Library system offers activities and classes for all ages including book clubs, English conversation clubs, technology training and children's storytimes.

Museums

Top museums and cultural institutions in Rockville include:

• Glenview Mansion - Historic home with decorative arts museum. 603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD 20851. Phone: (301) 315-8660
• Rockville Museum - Community history museum housed in historic courthouse building. 2 W Montgomery Ave #1, Rockville, MD 20850. Phone: (301) 762-1492
• VisArts Arts Center - Multi-disciplinary arts center offering exhibitions, classes and programs. 155 Gibbs St #300, Rockville, MD 20850. Phone: (301) 315-8200

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Rockville is provided by the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Metrorail and Metrobus systems:

• Rockville Metro station - Provides Red Line Metrorail service to Rockville.
• Twinbrook Metro station - Additional Metrorail station serving Rockville on the Red Line.
• Several Metrobus routes serve major roads and corridors in Rockville.

For more on public transportation in Rockville, visit the city's transportation website.

Major Employers

Here are some of the major private and public employers located in Rockville:

• Adventist Healthcare - Healthcare system. Headquarters: 11821 Rock Landing Dr, Rockville, MD 20852. Phone: (301) 315-3000
• Westat - Research corporation. Address: 1600 Research Blvd, Rockville, MD 20850. Phone: (301) 251-1500
• Emergent BioSolutions- Biopharmaceutical company. Address: 400 Professional Dr #400, Gaithersburg, MD 20879. Phone: (301) 944-3700
• Booz Allen Hamilton - Management consulting firm. Address: 8283 Greensboro Dr, McLean, VA 22102. Phone: (703) 902-5000
• City of Rockville - Municipal government. Address: 111 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850. Phone: (240) 314-5000

County and School District Information

Rockville is located in Montgomery County, Maryland. The county seat and largest municipality is Rockville.

Montgomery County Government: Website | 101 Monroe St, Rockville, MD 20850 | Phone: (240) 777-1000

Rockville is served by Montgomery County Public Schools. There are 23 MCPS schools located within Rockville city limits including 12 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

Montgomery County Public Schools: Website | 850 Hungerford Drive, Rockville MD 20850 | Phone: (301) 279-3000

Additional Local Resources

• Rockville Chamber of Commerce
• Parks and Recreation
• Rockville Public Works
• Rockville Public Safety
• Senior Center
• Fallsgrove Shopping Center

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