Maryland County is one of Liberia’s 15 counties. Harper is the county seat. The 2022 Liberia Population and Housing Census recorded 172,587 residents, representing approximately 3.3% of Liberia’s population.
County facts
- County seat: Harper
- Population: 172,587 (2022 census)
- Share of national population: 3.3%
- Administrative leadership: County superintendent appointed by the President
Current superintendent
Hon. Nathaniel S. Toe, Jr.
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai nominated Nathaniel S. Toe, Jr. as Superintendent of Maryland County in 2026.
County administration
The superintendent coordinates county administration and works with district, city and local authorities. The 2022 census lists these administrative areas: Whojah, Gwelekpoken, Nyorken, Karluway Number 1, Karluway Number 2, Pleebo/Sodoken and Harper.
County sports
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