Garrett Park, MD is a small town located in Montgomery County. It has a population of 1,400 according to the 2010 US Census and is known for its close-knit community atmosphere. Garrett Park offers easy access to major cities like Washington D.C., Baltimore, and Annapolis thanks to its close proximity to I-495 and other major roads. Those looking for public transportation options in Garrett Park have several options. The Montgomery County Ride On Bus system runs through the town and provides connections to nearby Silver Spring, Wheaton, Rockville, Bethesda, and more. Additionally, the Metrobus system runs from downtown D.C. with several stops throughout the city. The MARC commuter train also has a stop in Garrett Park with routes that travel across Maryland including stops in Philadelphia and Baltimore. In addition to these public transportation options, a number of taxi services are available in Garrett Park including Uber and Lyft as well as traditional cab companies that serve the area.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Garrett Park takes 33.9 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Garrett Park get to work:
- 50.6% drive their own car alone
- 2.8% carpool with others
- 23.0% work from home
- 17.5% take mass transit