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Military Bases in Maryland
Explore 39 military bases in Maryland. Browse by branch and open detailed installation pages.
Maryland supports dense military and federal-defense connectivity, making it a strategic hub for operational, intelligence, and support functions.
- Installations
- 39
- Service categories
- 6
Military Economic Impact
Economic impact in Maryland
OLDCC DoD spending baseline for every state, plus curated statewide impact studies when published.
- DoD spending (OLDCC)
- $27.8B
- State impact study
- $61.4B
- Personnel
- 75,526
- Installations listed
- 38
25× Installation; 2× Fort; 2× Naval Warfare Center; 1× Naval Air Station. Maryland Department of Commerce installation/defense ecosystem estimate (FY2021). OLDCC FY2023 provides the consistent DoD spending baseline.
Branch Presence
Branch-level coverage for military installations in Maryland.
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Army
14 installations
14 Army bases in Maryland. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
- Aberdeen Proving GroundAberdeen, MDArmyProving GroundAberdeen Proving Ground is the Army's oldest active proving ground and home to numerous research and development organizations.View base
- Fort DetrickFrederick, MDArmyFortFort Detrick is home to U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command and the National Cancer Institute.View base
- Army Research Laboratory - AdelphiAdelphi, MDArmyResearch LaboratoryArmy Research Laboratory conducts fundamental research for the Army, developing technologies for future warfare.View base
- Fort HowardBaltimore, MDArmyFort Howard is a former Army installation now serving as a Veterans Administration medical center.View base
- Naval Research Laboratory – Blossom PointArmyNaval Research Laboratory – Blossom Point is a U.S. military installation in Maryland.View base
- Fort MeadeArmyFort Meade is a U.S. military installation in Maryland.View base
- Fort Detrick Forest Glen AnnexArmyFort Detrick Forest Glen Annex is a U.S. military installation in Maryland.View base
- Fort Detrick Glen Haven AnnexArmyFort Detrick Glen Haven Annex is a U.S. military installation in Maryland.View base
- Adelphi Laboratory CenterArmyAdelphi Laboratory Center is a U.S. military installation in Maryland.View base
- NG Havre De Grace Military ResArmyNG Havre De Grace Military Res is a U.S. military installation in Maryland.View base
- NG MTA Camp FretterdArmyNG MTA Camp Fretterd is a U.S. military installation in Maryland.View base
- NG MTA Gunpowder Military ReservationArmyNG MTA Gunpowder Military Reservation is a U.S. military installation in Maryland.View base
- NG Boyd M Cook ArmoryArmyNG Boyd M Cook Armory is a U.S. military installation in Maryland.View base
- Charles County USARCArmyCharles County USARC is a U.S. military installation in Maryland.View base
Air Force
2 installations
2 Air Force bases in Maryland. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
- Martin State Airport Air National Guard StationMiddle River, MDAir ForceAir National Guard StationMartin State Airport hosts the 175th Wing, operating A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft for close air support.View base
- Martin State AirportAir ForceMartin State Airport is a U.S. military installation in Maryland.View base
Coast Guard
1 installation
1 Coast Guard base in Maryland. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
National Guard
1 installation
1 National Guard base in Maryland. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
Joint
3 installations
3 Joint bases in Maryland. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
- Joint Base AndrewsCamp Springs, MDJointJoint BaseJoint Base Andrews is home to Air Force One and serves as the gateway to the National Capital Region.View base
- Fort George G. MeadeFort Meade, MDJointFortFort Meade is home to the National Security Agency, U.S. Cyber Command, and Defense Information Systems Agency.View base
- Walter Reed National Military Medical CenterBethesda, MDJointMedical CenterWalter Reed National Military Medical Center is the nation's largest joint military medical center, treating wounded warriors.View base
National Guard Installations in Maryland
View state-level National Guard coverage and use official source pathways for unit-specific details.
1 installation listed
Relocation Notes
- Plan for corridor traffic and commute variability near major metro routes.
- Compare county taxes and housing costs when evaluating long-term affordability.
- Assess bridge and transit options if commuting across regional hubs.
Lifestyle Highlights
- Access to major East Coast metros and federal employment ecosystems
- Mix of urban, suburban, and waterfront community types
- Strong healthcare and education access in many regions
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Maryland Military Base FAQ
How does Maryland compare for military relocation planning?
Maryland offers strategic location advantages and service access, but costs and commuting trade-offs require careful comparison.
Are Maryland installations connected to joint operations?
Yes. Many Maryland military locations are embedded in broader regional and joint-defense ecosystems.