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Rockville, US

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated : May 14, 2025

Date signed: Sept 14, 2009

Rockville in Maryland, US is just 12 kilometers from Washington, D.C. It covers an area of 34.8 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 60,000.

As the second-largest city in Maryland, Rockville has been ranked among the top 100 most livable cities in the US and is known for its prime geographical location.

Rockville's economy thrives in information technology, biotechnology, education, and real estate. The city benefits from its proximity to Washington, D.C., and New York, attracting abundant talent and educational resources.

Higher education institutions in Rockville include Montgomery College (Rockville Campus), the University of Maryland, and Johns Hopkins University (Montgomery County Campus). The Chinese community here is well-established and holds notable influence in the region.

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A view of Rockville city in the US. [Photo/jiaxing.gov.cn]