NSWC Carderock Division is located in Bethesda, Maryland, in Montgomery County. Bethesda has a population of 60,860. Other nearby communities include Silver Spring (71,450), North Bethesda (43,830), Rockville (61,200), and Potomac (44,965). About 25 minutes south of base is the nation's capital city of Washington D.C.

Local Rental Prices: The average cost to rent a home in Bethesda ranges from $1,165 to $2,000, with a median of about $1,500 per month. The average cost in Silver Spring is about $1,170.

Local Housing Prices: The average purchase price of a home in Bethesda is about $798,900, compared to $320,000 for Maryland. The average for Montgomery County is around $482,900.

Short Description of the Area: Bethesda is located in southern Maryland near the Potomac River which marks the state line between Virginia and Maryland. Bethesda is about 37 miles southwest of Maryland's largest city, Baltimore, and about 39 miles directly west of the state's capital city of Annapolis. Bethesda has been called one of the "most livable cities" and is considered to be one of America's most well-educated cities.

Climate and Weather: The weather in this area usually consists of hot, humid summers, cold winters, and noticeable season changes. The average temperature in July is 76 degrees Fahrenheit, while January's average is 32 degrees. Precipitation is usually around 41 inches per year and almost 20 inches of snow, usually from late November through early March. Thunderstorms and tornadoes are possible here when the heat and humidity clash during summer, so be prepared.