Chestertown, MD
Maryland · Kent County
Chestertown is a small city in Maryland with a population of 5,548. Residents earn $47,047 per year, which is 37% below the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026
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How Chestertown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
BHousing
C+Crime
FHealth
Climate
Education
A+Community
Is Chestertown a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Chestertown receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Chestertown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Chestertown is $47,047, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Chestertown is $333,900, 18% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,090 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Chestertown is below the national average at 231 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,852 per 100,000, near the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 45.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Chestertown 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. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 16.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Chestertown vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Chestertown vs U.S. Average
Income: Chestertown vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,047 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,565 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,017 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,043 |
| Gini Index | 0.454 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 750 |
| County GDP | $1,248M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Healthcare | 67 |
| Retail | 79 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,689 |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 105.00 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.70% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 57.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $333,900 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $391,257 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,090 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 33.6% |
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
| Homeownership | 48.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 51.9% |
| Housing Units | 2,442 |
| Median Year Built | 1982 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,689 |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.70% |
Health Metrics: Chestertown vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.6% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Cancer | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 14.0% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.4% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Short Sleep | 38.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.1% |
| Uninsured | 4.9% |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,376 |
| Dentists | 1:2,147 |
| Mental Health | 1:471 |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Dental Visits | 58.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,863/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
Crime Rates: Chestertown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 231.5/100K |
| 39% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,851.9/100K |
| 6% below US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Traffic Accidents | 158 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.5 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 74 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,926/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2204°N, 76.0705°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Kent County County |
| Nearest Airport | Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall (BWI) 32 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 79.8% |
| Unhealthy Days | 2 |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0474 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 6.0 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 27.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 50.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 88.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Low |
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1840 | PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA | Earthquake | - | - | 99 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 38°F (4°C) | 3.8 in |
Chestertown has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 34°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (2.9").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 2.8 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Traffic Accidents | 158 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.5 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 45.1% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.2% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 23.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.05 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,926/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.9 sq mi |
| County | Kent County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 76.2% |
| Avg Download Speed | 97.5 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 25.6 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 11 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 11 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Retail Stores | 79 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 20.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 57.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $939 |
| Toddler | $680 |
| Preschool | $680 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $681 |
| Toddler | $553 |
| Preschool | $553 |
Top Industries in Kent County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 920 | 32 | $65,601 | 1.46 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 865 | 77 | $51,900 | 0.79 |
| Educational Services | 848 | 21 | $45,891 | 5.36 |
| Retail Trade | 749 | 76 | $32,469 | 0.98 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 658 | 62 | $26,291 | 0.95 |
| Construction | 444 | 74 | $59,275 | 1.11 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 387 | 32 | $31,318 | 3.01 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 303 | 46 | $58,763 | 0.67 |
| Other Services | 243 | 80 | $44,052 | 1.06 |
| Finance & Insurance | 206 | 32 | $88,935 | 0.66 |
| Wholesale Trade | 178 | 28 | $57,061 | 0.59 |
| Information & Technology | 66 | 8 | $61,546 | 0.46 |
| Real Estate | 49 | 20 | $52,418 | 0.41 |
Colleges & Universities in Chestertown
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington College | Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's | 992 | 65.5% | $53,776 | $53,776 |
Hospitals in Chestertown
| Hospital | Type | CMS Rating | Emergency | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY OF MD SHORE MEDICAL CTR AT CHESTERTOWN | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes | (410) 778-7668 |
Schools in Chestertown
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent County Middle School | Middle | 399 | 36 | 11.1:1 |
| H. H. Garnett Elementary | Elementary | 347 | 29 | 12.0:1 |
Radio Stations near Chestertown
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WNAV | baysox, navy | MP3 | |
| WKHS Radio | jazz, rock | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| WVUD-HD2 "The Basement", Newark, DE | newark, university radio | MP3 32 kbps |
National Parks Near Chestertown
183 national parks and monuments found near Chestertown.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Forts Ferry | State Park | Free |
| African American Civil War Memorial | 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 |
| Assateague Sp | State Park | Free |
| Assawoman Canal | State Park | 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 |
| Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Belt Woods Natural Environment Area - Beltwoods Wildland | State Park | Free |
| Bethany Beach Canal | State Park | Free |
| Big Elk Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bill Burton 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 |
| Calvert Cliffs Sp | State Park | Free |
| Cape Henlopen State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cape Henlopen State Park | State Park | Free |
| Capitol Hill Parks | Free | |
| Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail | National Historic Trail | Free |
| Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Cedar Creek Nature Preserve | State Park | Free |
| Chaney Nrma | State Park | Free |
| Chapel Point Sp | State Park | Free |
| Chesapeake Bay | Free | |
| Choptank River Fishing Pier State Park | State Park | Free |
| Civil War Defenses of Washington | Free | |
| Codorus State Park | State Park | Free |
| Constitution Gardens | Free | |
| Croom Nrma | State Park | Free |
| Cypress Branch Nrma | State Park | Free |
| Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club | State Park | Free |
| Delaware Seashore State Park | State Park | Free |
| Doe Bridge Nature Preserve | State Park | Free |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial | Memorial | 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 |
| Ford's Theatre National Historic Site | National Historic Site | $5 |
| 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 Foote Park | Park | Free |
| Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine | National Monument and Historic Shrine | $15 |
| Fort Mott State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fort Washington Park | Park | Free |
| Fort Washington State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fox Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial | 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 |
| Greenwell Sp | State 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 |
| Harmony Hall | Free | |
| Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park | State Park | Free |
| Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park | State Park | 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 |
| Independence National Historical Park | National Historical Park | $1 |
| James Branch Nature Preserve | State Park | Free |
| 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 |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial | Free | |
| LBJ Memorial Grove on the Potomac | Free | |
| Lincoln Memorial | 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 |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial | Free | |
| Martinak State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Matapeake | State Park | Free |
| Matthew Henson State Park Unit #3 | State Park | Free |
| Matthew Henson State Park Unit #4 | State Park | Free |
| Maxwell Hall Nrma | State Park | Free |
| Merkle Nrma | State Park | Free |
| Milltown Landing Nrma | State Park | Free |
| Morgan Run Nea | State Park | Free |
| Murderkill River Nature Preserve | State Park | Free |
| National Capital Parks-East | Free | |
| National Mall and Memorial Parks | Free | |
| Newtowne Neck Sp | 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 |
| Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm | Free | |
| Palmer Sp | State Park | Free |
| Parvin State Park | State Park | Free |
| Patapsco Valley Sp | State Park | Free |
| Patapsco Valley State Park | State Park | Free |
| Patuxent River Sp | State Park | Free |
| Pennsylvania Avenue | Free | |
| Piscataway Park | Park | Free |
| Port Penn Interpretive Center | State Park | Free |
| Port Penn Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Port Penn Wetlands Trail | State Park | Free |
| Ridley Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rock Creek Park | 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 |
| St Marys River Sp | 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 |
| 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 |
| The White House and President's Park | Free | |
| Theodore Roosevelt Island | Free | |
| Thomas Jefferson Memorial | Free | |
| Thomas Stone National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Thompson Island Nature Preserve | State Park | Free |
| Torrey C Brown Rail Trail | State Park | Free |
| Trap Pond State Park | 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 |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial | Free | |
| Washington Monument | $1 | |
| White Clay Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wilmington and Western Railroad | State Park | Free |
| Wilmington State Parks | State Park | Free |
| World War I Memorial | Free | |
| World War II Memorial | Free | |
| Wye Island Nrma | State Park | Free |
| Wye Oak Sp | State Park | Free |
| Zekiah Swamp Nea | State Park | Free |
| ZEKIAH SWAMP NEA - Zekiah Swamp Wildland | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends - Chestertown
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 5,197 | $31,956 |
| 2015 | 5,137 | $43,977 |
| 2017 | 5,087 | $46,356 |
| 2019 | 5,058 | $47,703 |
| 2021 | 5,603 | $44,665 |
| 2023 | 5,633 | $47,047 |
Museums in Chestertown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOHL GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 4107786499 | $94,222,073 | |
| MOUNT HARMON | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 600 MOUNT HARMON ROAD | 4102758819 | $303,571 |
| CHESTERTOWN ARTS LEAGUE | ART MUSEUM | 4107785789 | $232,164 | |
| GAR POST 25 | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 206 S QUEEN ST | 4107781149 | $230,340 |
| GEDDES-PIPER HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 101 CHURCH ALLEY | 4107783499 | $144,164 |
| HISTORIC SOCIETY OF KENT COUNTY MARYLAND | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 101 CHURCH ALLEY | 4107783499 | $144,164 |
| QUEEN ANNES COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 124 S COMMERCE STREET | 4107583010 | $26,465 |
| AFRICAN AMERICAN SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM & HERITAGE COUNCIL | GENERAL MUSEUM | 23620 NEWTON RD | 4108101416 | |
| KENT COUNTY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4103485543 | ||
| KENT MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 13689 TURNERS CREEK ROAD | 4106883793 | |
| MAIN STREET HISTORIC CHESTERTOWN | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MUSEUM OF KENT COUNTY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 13689 TURNERS CREEK RD | 4103485239 | |
| QUEEN ANNES MUSEUM OF EASTERN SHORE LIFE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 106 DULIN CLARK RD | 4107588640 | |
| QUEEN ANNES RAILROAD SOCIETY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4107583010 | ||
| STILL POND PRESERVATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION |
Libraries in Chestertown
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QUEEN ANNE'S COUNTY FREE LIBRARY | 121 S COMMERCE STREET | 0.0 | 170,642 | |||
| KENT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 408 HIGH STREET | 0.0 | 88,225 |
Farmers Markets in Chestertown
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centreville Farmers' Market | 101 Lawyers Row | 04/22/2015 to 10/31/2015 | Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | |
| Chestertown Farmers' Market | Park Row at the Fountain Park | 01/01/2014 to 04/01/2014 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Edgewood Farmer's Market | Edgewood MARC Train Station | 05/14/2015 to 10/15/2015 | Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM; | ||
| Edgewood Farmers' Market | 2122 Old Edgewood Road | 05/01/2011 to 10/31/2011 |
Hotels in Chestertown
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chestertown
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Chestertown
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Chestertown
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chestertown
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chestertown
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Nursing Homes in Chestertown
3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HERON POINT OF CHESTERTOWN 501 CAMPUS AVENUE |
Non profit - Corporation | 38 | 32 | 5/5 | - | 5/5 | 4/5 | 4107787300 |
| UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND SHORE NURSING AND REHAB 200 MORGNEC ROAD |
Non profit - Corporation | 98 | 79 | 4/5 | - | 3/5 | 4/5 | 4107784550 |
| AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT CHESTERTOWN 415 MORGNEC ROAD |
For profit - Corporation | 92 | 76 | 1/5 | - | 1/5 | 1/5 | 4107781900 |
Pharmacies in Chestertown
4 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CHESTERTOWN PHARMACY | 329 HIGH ST | 410-778-2575 |
| RITE AID - 3752 | 711 WASHINGTON AVENUE | 410-778-4000 |
| STAM DRUGS LLC | 215 HIGH ST | 410-778-3030 |
| WALGREENS - 11763 | 701 WASHINGTON AVENUE | 410-778-5698 |
Daycare Centers in Chestertown
3 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.
| Facility | Type | Phone | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHESTERTOWN HEAD START 115 S LYNCHBURGH ST |
HEAD START, CENTER BASED | (410) 778-3355 | OPEN |
| H. H. GARNETT ELEMENTARY 320 CALVERT ST |
SCHOOL BASED, PUBLIC PREKINDERGARTEN | (410) 810-3903 | OPEN |
| TIP TOP TOTS EARLY LEARNING CENTER AT LITTLE CREEK 201 TALBOT BLVD |
CENTER BASED, CENTER BASED | (410) 778-8150 | OPEN |
EV Charging Stations in Chestertown
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent Plaza - Walgreens | 701 Washington Ave | Non-Networked | 2 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| Brampton Bed & Breakfast Inn - Tesla Destination | 25227 Chestertown Rd | Tesla Destination | 2 | J1772 TESLA | public | |
| Great Oak Manor - Tesla Destination | 10568 Cliff Rd | Tesla Destination | 2 | TESLA | public | |
| Washington College | 300 Washington Ave | Non-Networked | 4 | J1772 | private | |
| Washington College | 300 Washington Ave | Non-Networked | 3 | J1772 | private | |
| Washington College - Tesla Destination | 300 Washington Avenue | Tesla Destination | 4 | J1772 TESLA | public |
Cell Towers in Chestertown
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| BURCHARD SAWMILL RD | TOWER | 124 |
| 8473 Rockhall Road (76759) | LTOWER | 102 |
| 32762 SASSAFRAS ROAD (87675) | MTOWER | 60 |
| 12530 Dad's Desire Lane (99758) | MTOWER | 59 |
| 5587 Crosby Road (76728) | MTOWER | 59 |
| 364 CECILTON WARWICK ROAD (84046) | LTOWER | 59 |
| (Cecilton site) 364 CECILTON-WARWICK ROAD | LTOWER | 59 |
| 298 Scheeler Rd. | TOWER | 53 |
Fire Stations in Chestertown
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company | 211 S Maple AVE | Volunteer | 410-778-3434 |
Power Plants Near Chestertown
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOWN OF CHESTERTOWN- CHESTERTOWN WWTP | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -76.1 | OP |
Bridges in Chestertown
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 1949 | 38 | 7,420 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1950 | 38 | 6,850 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1948 | 21 | 4,023 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1948 | 116 | 3,563 | F | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 1989 | 25 | 265 | F | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 1989 | 25 | 265 | F |
Correctional Facilities in Chestertown
| Name | Address | Type | Population | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KENT COUNTY DETENTION CENTER | 104 VICKERS DR | COUNTY | 73 | 83 | OPEN |
| J DEWEESE CARTER CENTER | 300 SCHEELER RD | STATE | 11 | 14 | OPEN |
Airports Near Chestertown
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | BWI | Large Airport |
| Dover Civil Air Terminal/Dover Air Force Base | DOV | Medium Airport |
| Fort Meade Executive Airport | FME | Medium Airport |
| Martin State Airport | MTN | Medium Airport |
| Phillips Army Air Field | APG | Medium Airport |
| Wilmington Airport | ILG | Medium Airport |
| Albanna Aviation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Albrecht Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ashland Landing Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Baublitz Commercial Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bay Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Beaven Field | - | Small Airport |
| Belfair Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Big Oak Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Breezecroft Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cambridge Dorchester Airport | CGE | Small Airport |
| Castle Haven Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cecil County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chandelle Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chorman Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Church Hill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Conquest Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cromwell Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| D'Angelo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Deale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delaware Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Delaware Coastal Airport | GED | Small Airport |
| Dileo Field | - | Small Airport |
| Doyle's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Draco STOLport | - | Small Airport |
| Drummond Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Duffy's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Easton Airport / Newnam Field | ESN | Small Airport |
| Essex Skypark Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ewing Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fairview Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fallston Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying Acres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Hill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Founding Fathers Field | - | Small Airport |
| Freeway Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Full Throttle Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| G W Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Garner Field | - | Small Airport |
| Gilbert Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harford County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harris Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harris Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hexton Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hidden Acres Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Chestertown
6 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Easton Police Department | ||
| Kent County Sheriff's Office | 104 Vickers Drive | |
| Maryland State Police - Barrack S | 311 Safety Drive | |
| Queen Annes County Sheriff's Department | ||
| Queen Annes Sheriff Sub Station South | ||
| Town of Centreville Police Department | 420 North Commerce Street |
Grocery Stores in Chestertown
11 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Eleven 36098J | Convenience Store | 212 S Maple Ave |
| ACME 849 | Supermarket | 711 Washington Ave |
| Chestertown Natural Foods | Grocery Store | 303 Cannon St |
| Dollar General 0490 | Other | 106 Philosophers Ter |
| Dollar General 30158 | Other | 19 Washington Sq |
| Dollar Tree 1717 | Other | 711 Washington Ave |
| Highs Of Baltimore LLC 97 | Convenience Store | 887 Washington Ave |
| Redner's Warehouse Market 449 | Supermarket | 17 Washington Sq |
| Royal Farms 250 | Convenience Store | 859 High St |
| Sunny's Mart | Convenience Store | 176 Flatland Rd |
| Walgreens 11763 | Other | 701 Washington Ave |
Treatment Centers in Chestertown
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| A F Whitsitt Center - Kent County Health Department | Substance Abuse | 410-778-6404 |
| Ciganek LLC | Substance Abuse | 443-988-2450 |
| Corsica River Mental Health Services | Both | 410-758-2211 |
| For All Seasons Inc | Mental Health | 410-822-1018 |
| Global Healthcare Systems Inc | Substance Abuse | 410-612-0275 |
| Recovery Centers of America - Bracebridge Hall Inpatient | Substance Abuse | 443-282-1197 |
| Riverside Treatment Services | Substance Abuse | 443-456-9001 |
DOL Wage Violations in Chestertown
2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $12,724 in back wages owed to 4 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benett's Gas Station | - | - | 21620 | - | 1 | $12,323 | $12,323 | 1 |
| Dr. Gerard O'Connor | - | - | 21620 | - | 1 | $401 | $134 | 3 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chestertown
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ALPHA AND OMEGA NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH INC | 215 KENNEDY DR |
| BOND CHAPEL FOUNDATION INC | 23463 CACAWAY FARM LN |
| CHOSEN GENERATION DELIVERANCE MINISTRIES INC | 9 SCHOONER WAY |
| CHURCH ON THE ROCK CENTER OF DELIVERANCE INC | PO BOX 3 |
| COVENANT BAPTIST CHURCH-CHESTERTOWN | 400 MORGNEC RD |
| DELMARVA WALK TO EMMAUS | PO BOX 804 |
| FAITH LIFE CHURCH | PO BOX 954 |
| FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER INTERNATIONAL INC | 8978 ORCHARD DR |
| NEW FREEDOM CHURCH | 300 HOFFECKER RD |
| POTTERS HOUSE MINISTRIES | 8814 FAIRLEE RD |
| TEMPLE UNITED CHURCH INC | 200 SCHAUBER RD |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH | PO BOX 597 |
| WORD OF GOD MINISTRY | 115 FLATLAND RD |
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Historic Markers Near Chestertown
4 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Chestertown.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Chestertown Vol. Fire Co. | Site 2. Marker is at the intersection of North Cross Street (Maryland Route 289) and Memorial Plaza, on the right when traveling south on North Cross Street. |
| Chestertown Vol. Fire Co. | Site 1. Marker is on High Street just west of South Queen Street, on the right when traveling east. |
| Chestertown Vol. Fire Co., Inc. | Site 5. Marker is on North Cross Street (Maryland Route 289) just south of Maple Avenue (Maryland Route 213), on the right when traveling south. |
| Chestertown Vol. Fire Co., Inc. | Site 6. Marker is on Maple Avenue (Maryland Route 213) south of North Cross Street (Maryland Route 289), on the right when traveling west. |
UFO Sightings Near Chestertown
2 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Chestertown.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Chestertown, MD | 2011 | Every 10 seconds flashing green light |
| Chestertown, MD | 2010 | Light makes two 90 degree turns at high rate of speed. |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Chestertown
What is the population of Chestertown?
Chestertown has a population of 5,548 residents and is located in Maryland. The population density is 1,926 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 57.1% female and 42.9% male.
Is Chestertown expensive to live in?
Chestertown has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 105 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $47,047, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $333,900 (18% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,090 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Chestertown safe?
Chestertown is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 231 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,852 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Chestertown receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Chestertown?
Chestertown 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. Annual rainfall totals 46.0 inches, with 16.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.
How is the job market in Chestertown?
Chestertown has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,017. There are 750 business establishments in the area, including 60 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 11.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Chestertown?
The median home value in Chestertown is $333,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $391,257. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,090. Fair market rent is $1,400 for a 1-bedroom and $1,648 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 48.1%. The average annual property tax is $5,689.
How are the schools in Chestertown?
Schools in Chestertown score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 45.1% of adults in Chestertown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. 23.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Chestertown?
The obesity rate in Chestertown is 38.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.0% of adults are smokers. 24.4% are physically inactive. 24.2% of residents report depression. 4.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 43.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,376.
What is transportation like in Chestertown?
The average commute in Chestertown is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 57.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.1% work from home.
What are the demographics of Chestertown?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Chestertown is 69.6% White, 24.8% Black or African American, 3.2% Hispanic or Latino, 2.3% Asian. 95.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.1% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 18.2% of residents have a disability. 95.1% have health insurance coverage.
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