Rawlings, Maryland, is a small, rural community located in Allegany County that is home to 1,672 people. The population density of 60 people per square mile is far lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile. Despite its small size, Rawlings has plenty to offer residents and visitors alike. Local businesses such as BJ's Country Store & Deli and Middletown Valley Market provide a variety of goods and services to the community. Year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, camping and fishing at nearby Piney Run Park are popular with locals and tourists alike. Other local organizations include the Rawlings Fire Department and local churches including St Paul’s United Methodist Church and Trinity Episcopal Church. Finally every fall, Highlandview Elementary School hosts an annual sporting event called “The Battle at Rawlings” which brings together teams from across the county for an exciting day of competition.
The population in Rawlings (zip 21557) is 1,672. There are 62 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Rawlings (zip 21557) is 35.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Rawlings (zip 21557) is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Rawlings (zip 21557)
- 64.2% are married
- 4.1% are divorced
- 23.5% are married with children
- 18.0% have children, but are single
Race in Rawlings (zip 21557)
- 100.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander