Accident
Town in Garrett County, Maryland
Accident is a town in Garrett County, Maryland, with 338 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,388 ft (728 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Friendsville, 5.2 miles NW.
- 338residents (2020 Census)
- 2,388 ftelevation · 728 m
- 0.5 sq miland area · 1.3 km²
- 684 / sq mipopulation density
- 21520ZIP code
About Accident
Accident is a town in Garrett County, Maryland, United States. The population was 338 at the 2020 United States census. Accident has been noted for its unusual name. A resident of Accident is called an "Accidental".
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Living in Accident
- Median household income
- $58,929
- Median home value
- $220,300
- Median age
- 36.5
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Accident had 338 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 338 |
|---|---|
| Density | 684 per sq mi (264 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Accident at a glance
| State | Maryland (MD) |
|---|---|
| County | Garrett County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 338 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.49 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Elevation | 2,388 ft (728 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.6257° N, 79.3200° W |
| ZIP code | 21520 |
| Official website | accidentmd.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2400225 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Accident
- Friendsville5.2 mi NW
- Jennings7.4 mi E
- Addison, PA8.3 mi N
- Grantsville10.2 mi NE
- Markleysburg, PA10.4 mi NW
- Henry Clay, PA12.1 mi NW
- Swanton12.4 mi SE
- Confluence, PA12.9 mi N
- Ursina, PA13.1 mi N
- Deer Park13.9 mi S
- Elk Lick, PA14.6 mi NE
- Oakland15.1 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Accident
What county is Accident in?
Accident is in Garrett County, Maryland.
What is the population of Accident, MD?
338 people lived in Accident at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Accident, MD?
The ZIP code of Accident is 21520.
What is the elevation of Accident?
2,388 feet (728 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Accident?
Friendsville (5.2 mi), Jennings (7.4 mi), Addison (8.3 mi), Grantsville (10.2 mi), Markleysburg (10.4 mi).
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