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Charlestown, MD

Maryland · Cecil County · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro

Charlestown is a small town in Maryland with a population of 2,037. Residents earn $109,650 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,037 Population 1,741/sq mi density
$109,650 Median Income $39,808 per capita
$361,300 Home Value $331,762 Zillow
$1,548 Median Rent 19.9% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
135 Violent Crime/100K 3,077 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$109,650 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$361,300 home value, $1,548/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
135 violent crimes/100K (64% below avg)
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $109,650
46% higher than US avg
Home Value $361,300
28% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 135/100K
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.2%
13% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,548
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

How Charlestown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,037
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density1,741/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$109,650
Per Capita$39,808
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$7,154M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$361,300
Rent$1,548
Ownership86.7%
Zillow$331,762
Housing Units866
Rent Burden19.9%

Crime

F
Violent135/100K
Property3,077/100K

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking12.2%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.2%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score5.40

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute30 min
Broadband88.0%
EV Stations6
Libraries7

Is Charlestown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Charlestown receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Charlestown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Charlestown is $109,650, which is significantly higher than the national average / 46% above $75,149. This places Charlestown among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Charlestown is $361,300, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,548 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Charlestown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 135 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,077 per 100,000, 57% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Charlestown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Charlestown has a population of 2,037 with a density of 1,741 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (86.9%), with 3.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 10.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 10.6% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,037
Total Population
1,741
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Charlestown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Charlestown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Charlestown is $109,650, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,808. The average weekly wage is $1,221, 15% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,963 business establishments, including 178 restaurants. The cost of living index is 105, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 14.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Charlestown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$109,650
46% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,808
Avg Weekly Wage$1,221
IRS Avg AGI$77,426
Gini Index0.426 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,963
County GDP$7,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants178
Healthcare197
Retail235
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,047
16% above US avg
Cost of Living105.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Charlestown is $361,300, 28% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $331,762. Homes sell for 99.2% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,548 (33% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,400 for a one-bedroom to $1,648 for a two-bedroom apartment. 86.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 866 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1991. The average annual property tax is $4,047 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 19.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$361,300
28% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$331,762
Median List Price$99,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$99,900
$/Sq Ft$274
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio99.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,548
33% above US avg
Rent Burden19.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.7%
Owner-Occupied86.7%
Renter-Occupied13.3%
Housing Units866
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,047
16% above US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Charlestown, 37.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 32.3% have high blood pressure. 12.2% are current smokers. 17.2% report binge drinking. 21.9% are physically inactive. 23.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.8% experience frequent mental distress. 6.2% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,534. The dentist ratio is 1:2,441. 72.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Charlestown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,534
Dentists1:2,441
Mental Health1:372
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits68.0%
Premature Death11,662/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access72.6%
Healthcare Facilities197
Charlestown has a violent crime rate of 135 per 100,000 residents, 64% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,077 per 100,000, 57% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 19 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Charlestown receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Charlestown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent135.0/100K
64% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,076.9/100K
57% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Charlestown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density1,741/sq mi
Coordinates39.5821°N, 75.9867°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCecil County County
Nearest AirportPhiladelphia International (PHL)
44 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.0"
24% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.80"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0471 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)6.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score58.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability21.9 / 100
Community Resilience60.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

26 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 25, 2021.

Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 83 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 83 km
Jul 16, 2010 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland M3.6 127 km
Oct 23, 1990 3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey M3.2 42 km
Aug 26, 2003 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey M3.1 136 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 101 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 67 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 104 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 82 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 88 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 85 km
Jul 1, 2009 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey M2.8 44 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 102 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 68 km
Oct 28, 1994 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland M2.7 61 km
Mar 15, 1993 5 km W of Columbia, Maryland M2.7 87 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 54 km
Jul 5, 1996 2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania M2.6 56 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 77 km
Jan 18, 1994 3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania M2.6 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Sandy (2012, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2012 Sandy Category 1 280 km
2011 Irene Category 1 186 km
1991 Bob Category 3 268 km
1986 Charley Category 1 252 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 184 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

408 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 13 fatalities, 341 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 1, 2023 EF3 97 km 1
Sep 1, 2021 EF3 64 km 0
Jul 14, 2004 EF3 93 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF3 86 km 0
Jul 27, 1994 EF3 82 km 3
Jul 27, 1994 EF3 24 km 0
Jun 7, 1980 EF3 96 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 95 km 1
Jun 9, 1961 EF3 69 km 0
Apr 28, 1961 EF3 37 km 0
Mar 22, 1955 EF3 53 km 1
Apr 5, 1952 EF3 88 km 0
Nov 4, 1950 EF3 70 km 0
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 97 km 0
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 87 km 1
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 21 km 0
Aug 4, 2020 EF2 68 km 0
Oct 31, 2019 EF2 54 km 0
May 28, 2019 EF2 65 km 0
Jul 23, 2017 EF2 76 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1840 PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA Earthquake 72 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

10 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SLAU BCH 2 (1,578 ac, 1988).

Year Name Acres Distance
1988 SLAU BCH 2 1,578 97 km
2020 SPLIT DITCH 1,518 82 km
2020 BIG TIMBER 1,434 93 km
2014 RAILROAD 1,431 82 km
1991 KENTIS WEST 1,273 62 km
2002 SLAUGHTERBEACH 1,228 97 km
1988 BOMBAY ISLAND 1,020 60 km
2012 HOPEWELL FIRE 812 73 km
1985 BOMBAY HOOK 669 61 km
2023 BUZBY BOGGS 501 97 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in
February 34°F (1°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 3.8 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.2 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
July 78°F (25°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in
September 67°F (20°C) 4.1 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.6 in

Charlestown has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 34°F in February to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.8").

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Charlestown is located in Cecil County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 38.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 13% above the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. 13.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 64.4% of the vote, a 30.9-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 197 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.2%
13% above US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score5.40
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density1,741/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyCecil County County

Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Avg Download Speed114.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities197
Restaurants178
Retail Stores235

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home14.5%
Average costs for common services in Charlestown. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $263 ($158–$420)
Specialist Visit $368 ($210–$578)
Urgent Care Visit $210 ($105–$368)
Emergency Room Visit $2,310 ($840–$5,250)
Dental Cleaning $137 ($79–$210)
Dental Filling $263 ($158–$420)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$79)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $79 ($53–$126)
Brake Pad Replacement $315 ($158–$525)
Tire Rotation $42 ($21–$79)
New Tires (Set of 4) $630 ($420–$1,050)
Battery Replacement $210 ($105–$368)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $105 ($63–$158)
Electrician (Per Hour) $95 ($53–$147)
HVAC Repair $420 ($158–$840)
HVAC System Install $7,350 ($4,200–$12,600)
Roof Repair $1,050 ($420–$2,100)
Roof Replacement $9,450 ($5,775–$15,750)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,575 ($525–$3,675)
Divorce (Contested) $15,750 ($5,250–$31,500)
DUI Defense $5,250 ($2,100–$10,500)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,575 ($840–$3,150)
Will Preparation $525 ($210–$1,050)
Trust Preparation $2,625 ($1,050–$5,250)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $58 ($32–$105)
Hair Coloring (Full) $158 ($79–$263)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $42 ($26–$68)
Massage (1 Hour) $84 ($53–$137)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.31 ($3.15–$5.78)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.68 ($2.63–$5.25)
Loaf of Bread $3.99 ($2.63–$5.78)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.73 ($3.15–$6.83)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.78 ($4.20–$7.88)
Rice (per lb) $1.05 ($0.63–$1.89)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $147 ($84–$263)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $74 ($32–$158)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $74 ($42–$126)
Internet (Monthly) $74 ($42–$105)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $68 ($32–$105)
Cable TV (Monthly) $89 ($53–$158)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $210 ($79–$525)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,100 ($1,260–$3,675)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $74 ($32–$137)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.40–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $105 ($32–$263)
Driver's License Renewal $32 ($16–$79)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,260 ($630–$2,625)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,050 ($525–$2,100)
After-School Care (Monthly) $420 ($210–$735)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $53 ($26–$105)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,050 ($420–$2,625)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,125 ($5,250–$31,500)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $63 ($32–$105)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $105 ($53–$210)
Dog Grooming $63 ($32–$105)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $42 ($21–$79)
Dog Spay/Neuter $315 ($158–$525)
Cat Spay/Neuter $210 ($105–$420)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,102
Toddler$759
Preschool$759
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$765
Toddler$677
Preschool$677
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cecil County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 4,616 86 $89,067 1.53
Retail Trade 3,902 237 $37,057 1.06
Accommodation & Food Services 3,556 170 $24,731 1.07
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,493 211 $62,697 0.66
Transportation & Warehousing 3,084 93 $64,019 1.98
Arts & Entertainment 2,008 64 $31,402 3.25
Wholesale Trade 1,690 83 $69,748 1.17
Administrative & Waste Services 1,534 125 $49,828 0.71
Other Services 974 176 $43,807 0.88
Agriculture & Forestry 849 37 $43,579 2.86
Professional & Technical Services 505 172 $74,788 0.20
Educational Services 496 24 $41,104 0.65
Finance & Insurance 355 82 $76,040 0.24
Real Estate 243 74 $53,185 0.43
Utilities 136 7 $134,663 0.97
Information & Technology 105 25 $94,609 0.15
Management of Companies 26 9 $97,996 0.04

Schools in Charlestown

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Charlestown Elementary Elementary 272 20 13.6:1
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Radio Stations near Charlestown

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
105.5 WDHA The Rock Of New Jersey rock, the rock of new jersey AAC+ 112 kbps
CVGM - Chiptune, Retro & Video Game Music MP3 192 kbps
WKHS Radio jazz, rock AAC+ 128 kbps
WVUD-HD2 "The Basement", Newark, DE newark, university radio MP3 32 kbps
Super 91.7 - WMPH MP3 128 kbps
News Radio 1450 WILM news, talk AAC
Holy Culture Radio christian hip hop, christian rap MP3 128 kbps
WDAC FM 94.5 HD1 christian, christian-gospel AAC+ 64 kbps
WDAC FM 94.5 HD2 christian, christian-gospel AAC+ 64 kbps
FM97 pop, top 40 AAC

National Parks Near Charlestown

139 national parks and monuments found near Charlestown.

ParkTypeFee
3 Forts Ferry State Park Free
Alapocas Run State Park State Park Free
Anacostia Park Park Free
Angola Neck Nature Preserve State Park Free
Angola Neck Preserve State Park Free
Appalachian National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Auburn Heights State Park Free
Auburn Heights Preserve State Park Free
Baltimore-Washington Parkway Parkway Free
Barnes Woods Nature Preserve State Park Free
Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve State Park Free
Bellevue State Park State Park Free
Belt Woods Natural Environment Area - Beltwoods Wildland State Park Free
Big Elk Creek State Park State Park Free
Billingsley Nrma State Park Free
Black Walnut Point Nrma State Park Free
Bohemia River State Park State Park Free
Brandywine Creek State Park State Park Free
Brandywine Park State Park Free
Cape Henlopen State Park State Park Free
Cape Henlopen State Park State Park Free
Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Cedar Creek Nature Preserve State Park Free
Chaney Nrma State Park Free
Chesapeake Bay Free
Choptank River Fishing Pier State Park State Park Free
Codorus State Park State Park Free
Croom Nrma State Park Free
Cypress Branch Nrma State Park Free
Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club State Park Free
Delaware Canal State Park State Park Free
Delaware Seashore State Park State Park Free
Doe Bridge Nature Preserve State Park Free
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Elk Neck Sp State Park Free
Evansburg State Park State Park Free
Fair Hill Nrma State Park Free
First State National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Flint Woods Nature Preserve State Park Free
Fork Branch Nature Preserve State Park Free
Fort Delaware State Park State Park Free
Fort Dupont Park Free
Fort DuPont State Park State Park Free
Fort Dupont State Park State Park Free
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine National Monument and Historic Shrine $15
Fort Mott State Park State Park Free
Fort Washington State Park State Park Free
Fox Point State Park State Park Free
Franklin Point State Park State Park Free
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site National Historic Site $1
French Creek State Park State Park Free
Full Mill Branch Nrma State Park Free
Garrisons Lake Golf Club State Park Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park State Park Free
Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Golts Ponds Heritage Conservation State Park Free
Great Marsh Preserve State Park Free
Greenbelt Park Park Free
Gunpowder Falls Sp State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls State Park State Park Free
H. Fletcher Brown Park State Park Free
Hall Creek NRMA (DNR) State Park Free
Hampton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Hart-Miller Island Sp State Park Free
Hobbs Property State Park Free
Holts Landing State Park State Park Free
Honey Branch Nrma State Park Free
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
House Creek Nrma State Park Free
Hudson Park - Deltech Replacement State Park Free
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park State Park Free
Independence National Historical Park National Historical Park $1
Jonas Green State Park State Park Free
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens Free
Killens Pond State Park State Park Free
Kings Landing Nrma State Park Free
Love Point State Park State Park Free
Lums Pond State Park State Park Free
Marian R. Okie Memorial Wildlife Preserve at Poplar Thicket State Park Free
Market Square State Park Free
Marsh Creek State Park State Park Free
Martinak State Park State Park Free
Matapeake State Park Free
Memorial Lake State Park State Park Free
Merkle Nrma State Park Free
Milltown Landing Nrma State Park Free
Murderkill River Nature Preserve State Park Free
Nockamixon State Park State Park Free
North Point Sb State Park Free
North Point Sp State Park Free
North Point State Park State Park Free
Nvf Site State Park Free
Oversee Property State Park Free
Palmer Sp State Park Free
Palmyra Cove Nature Park State Park Free
Parvin State Park State Park Free
Patapsco Valley Sp State Park Free
Patapsco Valley State Park State Park Free
Port Penn Interpretive Center State Park Free
Port Penn Natural Area State Park Free
Port Penn Wetlands Trail State Park Free
Ralph Stover State Park State Park Free
Ridley Creek State Park State Park Free
Rocks Sp State Park Free
Rocky Run Acquisition State Park Free
Rosaryville Sp State Park Free
Rutgers Community Park State Park Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park State Park Free
Sandy Point State Park State Park Free
Sassafrass Nrma State Park Free
Severn Run Natural Environment Area State Park Free
Soldiers Delight Nea State Park Free
Soliders Delight NEA (DNR) State Park Free
Sowbridge Branch Nature Preserve State Park Free
Spice Creek Nrma State Park Free
Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Stow Creek State Park State Park Free
Sunset Lake State Park Free
Susquehanna Riverlands State Park State Park Free
Susquehanna Sp State Park Free
Susquehanna State Park State Park Free
Susquehannock State Park State Park Free
Swatara State Park State Park Free
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial National Memorial Free
The Cannery Lot State Park Free
The Cauffiel Estate State Park Free
The Cleaver House State Park Free
The Hubbs House State Park Free
Thompson Island Nature Preserve State Park Free
Torrey C Brown Rail Trail State Park Free
Tuckahoe Sp State Park Free
Tuckahoe State Park State Park Free
Uhler Nrma State Park Free
Valley Forge National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
White Clay Creek State Park State Park Free
Wilmington and Western Railroad State Park Free
Wilmington State Parks State Park Free
Wye Island Nrma State Park Free
Wye Oak Sp State Park Free

Museums in Charlestown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MECHANICAL HALLHISTORIC PRESERVATION3028318088$1,064,392,300
MINERALOGICAL MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3028318088$1,064,392,300
UNIVERSITY GALLERYART MUSEUM$1,064,392,300
UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE BOTANIC GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3028312792$1,064,392,300
PLUMPTON PARK ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION4106586850$686,898
MOUNT HARMONHISTORIC PRESERVATION600 MOUNT HARMON ROAD4102758819$303,571
HAVRE DE GRACE DECOY MUSEUMART MUSEUM4109393739$152,558
HAVRE DE GRACE MARITIME MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM100 LAFAYETTE ST4109394800$147,061
DELAWARE PRESERVATION FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION2350 PULASKI HWY3028320300$103,151
SUSQUEHANNA MUSEUM OF HAVRE DE GRACEHISTORY MUSEUM4109395780$102,199
STEPPING STONE MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM4109392299$101,456
STEPPINGSTONE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4109392299$101,456
CONCORD POINT LIGHTHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION4109393213$82,769
DELAWARE ACADEMY OF SCIENCENATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM3023685703$64,303
MARYLAND FIRE-RESCUE SERVICESHISTORIC PRESERVATION$28,439
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CECIL COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4103981790$28,327
UPPER BAY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM219 WALNUT STREET4102872675$25,437
OLD BOHEMIA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONBOHEMIA CHURCH ROAD3023785800$21,176
CECIL COUNTY FARM MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$13,354
TURKEY POINT LIGHT STATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION4102878170$10,629
ABERDEEN HERITAGE TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ABERDEEN ROOM ARCHIVES AND MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION4102736325
C AND D CANAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4108855622
CECIL HISTORICAL TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
COLONIAL FLYING CORPS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6102682048
ELKTON STATION GALLERYART MUSEUM
FIFES & DRUMS OF THE DELAWARE MILITIAHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HOSANNA SCHOOL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2424 CASTLETON RD4104574161
IRON HILL MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM1355 OLD BALTIMORE PIKE
KENT COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4103485543
KENT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM13689 TURNERS CREEK ROAD4106883793
MUSEUM OF KENT COUNTYGENERAL MUSEUM13689 TURNERS CREEK RD4103485239
NEWARK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION429 S COLLEGE AVE3022242408
OXFORD AREA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION215 E MT VERNON ST
PERRYVILLE NRHS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 326
PORT DEPOSIT HERITAGEGENERAL MUSEUM98 NORTH MAIN ST4103784480
RIPKEN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3 WEST BEL AIR AVE4102732525
RISING SUN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION4103505351
ST PATRICKS CHAPEL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
STILL POND PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Charlestown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CECIL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY301 NEWARK AVENUE0.0512,030
AVON GROVE FREE LIBRARY117 ROSEHILL AVENUE0.0113,370
OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY48 SOUTH SECOND STREET0.074,423

Farmers Markets in Charlestown

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cecil County Farmers' Market - North East308 South Main Street06/09/2017 to 10/27/2017Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Co-op Farmers Market230 E. Main Street05/03/2015 to 11/22/2015Sun: 9:30 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Glasgow Park Farmers Market2275 Pulaski Highway05/22/2015 to 10/30/2015Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
New Garden Growers Market8943 Newport Gap Pike05/10/2014 to 11/22/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Oxford Village Market13 South Third Street05/02/2017 to 10/31/2017Tue: 12:00 PM-5:00 PM;Visit
Perryville Farmers' MarketLower Ferry Park, Broad Street & Roundhouse Dr.05/02/2014 to 10/24/2014Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Charlestown

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sandy Cove Bible Conference

Restaurants in Charlestown

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Market Street Café
Pizza Hut
The Wellwood

Cafes in Charlestown

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Peet's Coffee And Tea

Theatres in Charlestown

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Campfire Circle
Rodney Campfire Area

Gas Stations in Charlestown

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sunoco
Sunoco

Breweries in Charlestown

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Evil Genius Beer CoBreweries284 W Avondale Rd
Homebrew CellarAberdeen MD, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Aberdeen Brewers' Grain, Shopping, Hobbies & Collectibles, M815 Matthews Ave4102737774
How Do You Brewgroceries and related products, Hobby Shop, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, nec203 Louviers Dr3027385651, 3.027387009E9Visit
Irish Town Brewing CoElkton MD, Beverages, Beer and Ale, Elkton Beer and Ale, Malt Beverages, Elkton Brewers, Bar, Liquor400 N Bridge St4433509645

Cell Towers in Charlestown

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
253 MT OLIVET RD (25420)GTOWER101
137A LINDENCAMP LANETOWER72
195 KING PEN ROAD (82413)MTOWER61
32762 SASSAFRAS ROAD (87675)MTOWER60
1479 Tome Highway (103679)LTOWER60
2963 Turkey Point Road (41142)MTOWER59
364 CECILTON WARWICK ROAD (84046)LTOWER59
(Rising Sun) 300 BIGGS HWY.LTOWER59
(Cecilton site) 364 CECILTON-WARWICK ROADLTOWER59
4401 Conowingo Rd. (27536)MTOWER57
300 BIGGS HIGHWAY (25381)LTOWER57
2632 ROBERT FULTON HIGHWAY (51191)MTOWER57
PARSONS ROAD (53722)MTOWER54
110 School House Rd. (25399)MTOWER53
1363 NEWARK ROAD (25419)LTOWER52
2744 TELEGRAPH ROAD (61946)MTOWER50
825 EARLTON RD (3886)MTOWER49
50 N GREENMOUNT ROAD (25413)MTOWER47
476 CONOWINGO ROAD (25383)LTOWER45
JFK Hwy Administration Building, I-95 (61939)MTOWER45

Fire Stations in Charlestown

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Charlestown Fire Company307 Market STVolunteer410-287-6451

Bridges in Charlestown

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19639141,762F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196310938,564F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19731332,391F
CulvertSteel1900232,360F
Arch (Deck)Concrete2015251,710G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19671871,680F
Tee BeamConcrete1915231,680F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19742221,680F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19731241,623P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19632401,435F
SlabPrestressed concrete201335755G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2007128561G

Amtrak Stations in Charlestown

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Aberdeen, MD18 East Bel Air AvenueTRAIN
Newark, DE110 Station WayTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Charlestown

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CHRYSLER , LLC550 SOUTH COLLEGE STREETNEW CASTLE

Airports Near Charlestown

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall AirportBWILarge Airport
Philadelphia International AirportPHLLarge Airport
Dover Civil Air Terminal/Dover Air Force BaseDOVMedium Airport
Lancaster AirportLNSMedium Airport
Martin State AirportMTNMedium Airport
Phillips Army Air FieldAPGMedium Airport
Wilmington AirportILGMedium Airport
Albanna Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Albrecht AirstripSmall Airport
Altemose UltralightportSmall Airport
Ashland Landing Farm AirportSmall Airport
B J Farms AirportSmall Airport
Baublitz Commercial AirportSmall Airport
Bay Bridge AirportSmall Airport
Belfair AirportSmall Airport
Bert's AirportSmall Airport
Boyer AirportSmall Airport
Brandywine Regional AirportSmall Airport
Breezecroft AirportSmall Airport
Cecil County AirportSmall Airport
Chandelle AirportSmall Airport
Chester County G O Carlson AirportCTHSmall Airport
Chorman AirportSmall Airport
Church Hill AirportSmall Airport
Conquest FieldSmall Airport
Cromwell Farm AirportSmall Airport
D.Evans Farm AirportSmall Airport
D'Angelo AirportSmall Airport
Delaware AirparkSmall Airport
Dileo FieldSmall Airport
Dimascio FieldSmall Airport
Donegal Springs AirparkSmall Airport
Doyle's AirportSmall Airport
Draco STOLportSmall Airport
Drummond AirportSmall Airport
Duffy's AirportSmall Airport
Ecko FieldSmall Airport
Essex Skypark AirportSmall Airport
Fairview AirportSmall Airport
Fallston AirportSmall Airport
Fetters Construction AirportSmall Airport
Flying Acres AirportSmall Airport
Forest Hill AirportSmall Airport
Founding Fathers FieldSmall Airport
Full Throttle Farm AirportSmall Airport
G W Farm AirportSmall Airport
Gunden AirportSmall Airport
Halka Nurseries AirportSmall Airport
Harford County AirportSmall Airport
Harris AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Charlestown

14 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Aberdeen Police Department
Cecil County Sheriff's Department107 Chesapeake Boulevard
Cecil County Sheriff's Department107 Chesapeake Boulevard
Elkton Police Department100 Railroad Avenue
Elkton Police Department100 Railroad Avenue
Havre de Grace Police Department715 Pennington Avenue
Maryland State Police - Barrack F2433 West Pulaski Highway
Maryland State Police - Barrack M15 Turnpike Drive
Newark Police Department220 South Main Street
Oxford Police1 Octoraro Alley
Perryville Police Department2 Perryville Town Center Drive
Port Deposit Police Department
Rising Sun Police Department1 East Main Street
Town of North East Police Department104 West Cecil Avenue

Grocery Stores in Charlestown

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Plum Creek MarketConvenience Store79 Plum Creek Rd

Post Offices in Charlestown

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Charlestown Post Office241 Market Street

Treatment Centers in Charlestown

22 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ARS of AberdeenSubstance Abuse410-272-0230
ARS of Aberdeen LLCSubstance Abuse484-731-2500
Ashley Inc - DBA Ashley Addiction TreatmentSubstance Abuse800-799-4673
Bowling Green BrandywineSubstance Abuse610-268-3588
Brantwood FS LLCSubstance Abuse410-398-0651
Cecil Community Recovery Center LLCSubstance Abuse443-258-9696 x805
Elkton Comprehensive Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse410-620-6077
Elkton Comprehensive Treatment Center - ATS of Cecil County LLCSubstance Abuse410-620-6077
Evergreen Treatment Services LLCSubstance Abuse410-273-9300
Haven House Inc - InpatientSubstance Abuse410-398-9900
Haven House Inc - OutpatientSubstance Abuse410-398-5868
Human Service IncMental Health610-200-6222
Norkris Services IncSubstance Abuse443-526-6133
Recovery Centers of America - Bracebridge Hall InpatientSubstance Abuse443-282-1197
Serenity Health - ElktonSubstance Abuse443-485-6544 x101
Tri State Health IncSubstance Abuse410-392-6408
Tri State Health IncSubstance Abuse410-392-6408
Tri State Health IncSubstance Abuse410-392-6408
Tri State Health IncSubstance Abuse410-392-6408
Upper Bay Counseling and Support ServsBoth410-939-8744
Upper Bay Counseling and Support Servs - Adult ServicesBoth410-996-5104
Upper Bay Counseling and Support Servs - Community ServicesBoth410-996-5104

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Frequently Asked Questions About Charlestown

What is the population of Charlestown?

Charlestown has a population of 2,037 residents and is located in Maryland. The population density is 1,741 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.2 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Charlestown expensive to live in?

Charlestown has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 105 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $109,650, 46% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $361,300 (28% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,548 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Charlestown safe?

Charlestown is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 135 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,077 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Charlestown receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Charlestown?

Charlestown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Charlestown?

The job market in Charlestown is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,221. There are 1,963 business establishments in the area, including 178 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 14.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Charlestown?

The median home value in Charlestown is $361,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $331,762. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,548. Fair market rent is $1,400 for a 1-bedroom and $1,648 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 86.7%. The average annual property tax is $4,047.

How are the schools in Charlestown?

Schools in Charlestown score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 38.2% of adults in Charlestown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. 13.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Charlestown?

The obesity rate in Charlestown is 37.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.2% of adults are smokers. 21.9% are physically inactive. 23.1% of residents report depression. 6.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 72.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,534.

What is transportation like in Charlestown?

The average commute in Charlestown is 30 minutes. 78.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Charlestown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Charlestown is 86.9% White, 3.5% Black or African American. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 10.5% of the population are military veterans. 10.6% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

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