Elkton, MD

Maryland · Cecil County · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro

Elkton is a small city in Maryland with a population of 15,867. Residents earn $56,565 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

15,867 Population 1,755/sq mi density

$56,565 Median Income $32,286 per capita

$271,700 Home Value $362,553 Zillow

$1,368 Median Rent 34.1% income on rent

56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr

964 Violent Crime/100K 6,634 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.7 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.5 / 5.0

$56,565 median income, 3.6% unemployment

B+

Affordability

4.0 / 5.0

$271,700 home value, $1,368/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

964 violent crimes/100K (154% above avg)

C+

Education

2.5 / 5.0

18.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $56,565

25% lower than US avg

Home Value $271,700

4% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 964/100K

154% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 18.8%

44% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,368

18% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 45.7%

42% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.6%

0% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.3%

1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population15,867

Median Age37.4 yrs

Density1,755/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 66%

Veterans8.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$56,565

Per Capita$32,286

Unemployment3.6%

Poverty12.3%

County GDP$7,154M

Commute25 min

Housing

B+

Home Value$271,700

Rent$1,368

Ownership48.3%

Zillow$362,553

Housing Units6,402

Rent Burden34.1%

Crime

Violent964/100K

Property6,634/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault645/100K

Burglary696/100K

Health

Obesity45.7%

Uninsured11.1%

Smoking19.5%

Depression24.4%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain47.0 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation6 ft (2 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+18.8%

High School+88.5%

Graduate+5.3%

School Score5.40

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%

Commute25 min

Broadband89.3%

EV Stations7

Libraries7

Is Elkton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elkton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Elkton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elkton is $56,565, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elkton is $271,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,368 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 964 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,634 per 100,000, 238% above the national average.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Elkton 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.

Elkton has a population of 15,867 with a density of 1,755 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. The city is predominantly White (65.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 16.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.9% of residents, while 10.1% speak Spanish. 8.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,867

Total Population

1,755

People / sq mi

37.4yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

8.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%

Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Elkton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.9%

15% above US avg

Spanish 10.1%

25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elkton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elkton is $56,565, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,286 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,221, 15% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. 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 25 minutes. 8.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Elkton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$56,565
	25% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,286
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,221
IRS Avg AGI	$77,426
Gini Index	0.426 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.6%
	0% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.3%
	1% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,963
County GDP	$7,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants	178
Healthcare	197
Retail	235
Manufacturing	58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,047
	16% above US avg
Cost of Living	105.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.8 min
Drive Alone	77.6%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Elkton is $271,700, 4% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $362,553, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,368 (18% 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. 48.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 6,402 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1987. The average annual property tax is $4,047 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$271,700
	4% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$362,553
Median List Price	$315,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$315,000
$/Sq Ft	$162
Homes Sold	11
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.3%
Price Drops	22.2%
Inventory	18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,368
	18% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,882
Rent Burden	34.1%

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	48.3%
Owner-Occupied	48.3%
Renter-Occupied	51.7%
Housing Units	6,402
Median Year Built	1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,047
	16% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.49%

In Elkton, 45.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 39.6% have high blood pressure. 19.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.2% report binge drinking. 33.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.4% experience frequent mental distress. 11.1% of residents lack health insurance (above 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.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-27)

PM2.5

14.0

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

14.1

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

10.7

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

74.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

1.8

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

256.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	45.7%
	42% above US avg
Diabetes	14.4%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	39.6%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	8.8%
Cancer	6.9%
Stroke	3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.5%
	39% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.2%
Physical Inactivity	33.6%
Depression	24.4%
Mental Distress	20.4%
Physical Distress	15.7%
Short Sleep	42.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.9%
Uninsured	11.1%
	29% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,534
Dentists	1:2,441
Mental Health	1:372
Checkup Rate	75.9%
Dental Visits	55.9%
Premature Death	11,662/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	72.6%
Healthcare Facilities	197

Elkton has a violent crime rate of 964 per 100,000 residents, 154% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 644.9 per 100,000, robbery at 249.0, rape at 70.2. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 6,634 per 100,000, 238% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 5,600, burglary at 696, vehicle theft at 338 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 19 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Elkton receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	964.1/100K
	154% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	70.2/100K
Robbery	249.0/100K
Assault	644.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	6,633.9/100K
	238% above US avg
Burglary	696.0/100K
Theft	5,599.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	338.4/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	19
Traffic Accidents	806
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Elkton 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 6 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	55.7°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	6 ft (2 m)
Area	8.6 sq mi (22.3 km²)
Population Density	1,755/sq mi
Coordinates	39.6058°N, 75.8217°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Cecil County County
Nearest Airport	Philadelphia International (PHL) 36 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.0"

24% above US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.41"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.80"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

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

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	58.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	21.9 / 100
Community Resilience	60.9 / 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	82 km
Jul 16, 2010	5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland	M3.6	142 km
Oct 23, 1990	3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey	M3.2	29 km
Aug 26, 2003	4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey	M3.1	127 km
Jun 3, 2010	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M3.1	112 km
Nov 14, 1997	0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania	M3.0	70 km
Apr 24, 2009	1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M2.9	115 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M2.9	81 km
Sep 15, 2019	5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania	M2.8	100 km
May 10, 1993	1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania	M2.8	84 km
Jul 1, 2009	3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey	M2.8	29 km
Oct 25, 2009	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M2.8	113 km
Mar 11, 1995	0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania	M2.7	74 km
Oct 28, 1994	1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland	M2.7	75 km
Mar 15, 1993	5 km W of Columbia, Maryland	M2.7	101 km
Jan 25, 2015	4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania	M2.6	46 km
Jul 5, 1996	2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania	M2.6	44 km
Oct 28, 1996	2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania	M2.6	79 km
Jan 18, 1994	3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania	M2.6	74 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	269 km
2011	Irene	Category 1	182 km
1991	Bob	Category 3	255 km
1986	Charley	Category 1	251 km
1985	Gloria	Category 2	176 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

387 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 14 fatalities, 347 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 1, 2023	EF3	96 km	1
Sep 1, 2021	EF3	50 km	0
Jul 29, 2021	EF3	91 km	0
Jul 14, 2004	EF3	99 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	97 km	0
Jul 19, 1996	EF3	100 km	0
Jul 27, 1994	EF3	14 km	0
Jul 27, 1994	EF3	74 km	3
Jun 18, 1970	EF3	97 km	1
Jun 9, 1961	EF3	82 km	0
Apr 28, 1961	EF3	23 km	0
Mar 22, 1955	EF3	44 km	1
Nov 4, 1950	EF3	71 km	0
Sep 1, 2021	EF2	22 km	0
Sep 1, 2021	EF2	75 km	1
Aug 4, 2020	EF2	91 km	0
Aug 4, 2020	EF2	62 km	0
Oct 31, 2019	EF2	43 km	0
May 28, 2019	EF2	62 km	0
Jul 23, 2017	EF2	85 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1895	HIGH BRIDGE, NJ	Earthquake	—	—	142 km
1840	PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA	Earthquake	—	—	57 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MULLICA RIVER FIRE (13,082 ac, 2022).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2022	MULLICA RIVER FIRE	13,082	98 km
2007	ATSION	2,705	96 km
1990	UNNAMED	2,367	91 km
1996	UNNAMED	2,122	91 km
1997	UNNAMED	2,121	97 km
1993	UNNAMED	1,860	91 km
2008	SAUNDERS DITCH	1,814	93 km
1985	UNNAMED	1,685	91 km
1988	SLAU BCH 2	1,578	92 km
2020	SPLIT DITCH	1,518	70 km
2020	BIG TIMBER	1,434	79 km
2014	RAILROAD	1,431	70 km
1998	UNNAMED	1,386	99 km
1991	KENTIS WEST	1,273	54 km
2002	SLAUGHTERBEACH	1,228	91 km
1988	BOMBAY ISLAND	1,020	51 km
2014	DEGOLIA	861	91 km
2012	HOPEWELL FIRE	812	68 km
2002	FIVE MILE FIRE	732	89 km
2023	DRAGWAY	703	89 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	34°F (1°C)	3.5 in	Coldest
February	34°F (1°C)	2.8 in	Driest
March	43°F (6°C)	3.9 in
April	52°F (11°C)	3.6 in
May	62°F (17°C)	4.3 in
June	71°F (22°C)	4.1 in
July	78°F (25°C)	4.4 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	75°F (24°C)	4.0 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.1 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.3 in
November	47°F (8°C)	3.4 in
December	37°F (3°C)	3.6 in

Elkton has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 34°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.8").

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Elkton is located in Cecil County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 18.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 44% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 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. 89.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 197 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.6% 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
Traffic Accidents	806
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	18.8%
	44% below US avg
High School+	88.5%
Graduate Degree+	5.3%
School Test Score	5.40

C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,755/sq mi
Total Area	8.6 sq mi
County	Cecil County County

Services

Broadband Access	89.3%
Avg Download Speed	114.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	5.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	7
Alt Fuel Stations	8
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	197
Restaurants	178
Retail Stores	235

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.8 min
Drive Alone	77.6%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	8.6%

Average costs for common services in Elkton. 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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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

Hospitals in Elkton

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
UNION HOSPITAL OF CECIL COUNTY	Acute Care Hospitals	3/5	Yes	(410) 392-7009

Schools in Elkton

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Elkton High	High	1,106	70	15.8:1
Elkton Middle	Middle	523	47	11.1:1
Thomson Estates Elementary	Elementary	481	34	14.1:1
Gilpin Manor Elementary	Elementary	477	32	14.9:1
Holly Hall Elementary	Elementary	436	30	14.5:1
Cecil Manor Elementary	Elementary	424	33	12.8:1
Elk Neck Elementary	Elementary	404	27	15.0:1
Cherry Hill Middle	Middle	401	35	11.5:1
Leeds Elementary	Elementary	334	22	15.2:1
Kenmore Elementary	Elementary	286	19	15.1:1

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Radio Stations near Elkton

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
105.5 WDHA The Rock Of New Jersey	rock, the rock of new jersey	AAC+ 112 kbps
WSRN FM – Worldwide Swarthmore Radio Network	college radio, pop	MP3 128 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 Elkton

138 national parks and monuments found near Elkton.

Park	Type	Fee
3 Forts Ferry	State Park	Free
Alapocas Run State Park	State 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
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
Benjamin Rush State Park	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
Cape May Point 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
Croom Nrma	State Park	Free
Cypress Branch Nrma	State Park	Free
Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park (David Library)	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 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
French Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Full Mill Branch Nrma	State Park	Free
Garrisons Lake Golf Club	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
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
Hawk Island State Park	State Park	Free
Hobbs Property	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
Jonas Green State Park	State Park	Free
Killens Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Kings Landing Nrma	State Park	Free
Love Point State Park	State Park	Free
Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River	National Wild and Scenic River	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
Mount Laurel State Park	State Park	Free
Murderkill River Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Neshaminy State Park	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
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
Rancocas 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
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
Tyler State Park	State Park	Free
Uhler Nrma	State Park	Free
Valley Forge National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Washington Crossing	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing State Park	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing State Park	State Park	Free
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	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

Historical Trends — Elkton

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	15,613	$54,870
2015	15,694	$53,851
2017	15,642	$55,609
2019	15,656	$56,250
2021	15,791	$57,682
2023	15,970	$56,565

Museums in Elkton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MECHANICAL HALL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3028318088	$1,064,392,300
MINERALOGICAL MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		3028318088	$1,064,392,300
UNIVERSITY GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$1,064,392,300
UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE BOTANIC GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		3028312792	$1,064,392,300
HENRY FRANCIS DU PONT WINTERTHUR MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		3028884826	$25,452,367
DELAWARE ROSE SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3024785733	$24,112,431
DELAWARE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM	4840 KENNETT PIKE	3026589111	$1,995,618
HISTORIC RED CLAY VALLEY	HISTORY MUSEUM	1601 RAILROAD AVENUE	3029981930	$758,196
PLUMPTON PARK ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		4106586850	$686,898
MOUNT HARMON	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	600 MOUNT HARMON ROAD	4102758819	$303,571
DELAWARE PRESERVATION FUND	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2350 PULASKI HWY	3028320300	$103,151
GREENBANK MILL ASSOCIATES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3029999001	$89,178
PRESERVATION DELAWARE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3023227100	$68,866
DELAWARE ACADEMY OF SCIENCE	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		3023685703	$64,303
DELAWARE MILITARY HERITAGE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$56,427
MIDDLETOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3023787466	$48,701
FORT DELAWARE SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	33 STAFF LN	3028341630	$36,178
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CECIL COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4103981790	$28,327
UPPER BAY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	219 WALNUT STREET	4102872675	$25,437
OLD BOHEMIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	BOHEMIA CHURCH ROAD	3023785800	$21,176
DELAWARE AFRO-AMERICAN SPORTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM			$18,195
DELAWARE AVIATION HALL OF FAME	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$14,862
CECIL COUNTY FARM MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$13,354
FILIPINO HERITAGE AND ARTS MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		3027315899	$13,331
TURKEY POINT LIGHT STATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4102878170	$10,629
87TH INFANTRY DIVISION LEGACY ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
AUBURN HEIGHTS PRESERVE	GENERAL MUSEUM	3000 CREEK ROAD	3022395687
C AND D CANAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4108855622
CECIL HISTORICAL TRUST	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COLONIAL FLYING CORPS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6102682048
DELAWARE SOCIETY FOR THE PRESERVATION OF ANTIQUITIES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ELKTON STATION GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
FIFES & DRUMS OF THE DELAWARE MILITIA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT DELAWARE STATE PARK	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		3028347941
FORT DUPONT STATE PARK	GENERAL MUSEUM		3028347941
GREENBANK MILL & PHILIPS FARM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3029999001
HAGLEY MUSEUM AND LIBRARY	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	200 HAGLEY ROAD	3026582400
HALE BYRNES HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3029983792
HISTORIC HOUSES OF ODESSA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3023784119
HISTORY STATION BORO	GENERAL MUSEUM		6109255979
HOCKESSIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 36
IRON HILL MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	1355 OLD BALTIMORE PIKE
MT. CUBA CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	3120 BARLEY MILL RD
NEWARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	429 S COLLEGE AVE	3022242408
OXFORD AREA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	215 E MT VERNON ST
PENCADER HERITAGE AREA ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2029 SUNSET LAKE RD	3027375859
PERRYVILLE NRHS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	PO BOX 326
PHILLIPS MUSHROOM MUSEUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
PORT PENN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3028343669
PORT PENN INTERPRETIVE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	PORT PENN RD	3028347941
PROJECT SEVEN INSTITUTE	ART MUSEUM		7136515482
RISING SUN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4103505351
ROBERT N DOWNS MEMORIAL CONSERVANCY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
ST GEORGES HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4412978043
WHITE CLAY CREEK STATE PARK	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
WINTERTHUR MUSEUM GARDEN AND LIBRARY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	ROUTE 52

Libraries in Elkton

Name	Address	Annual Visits
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES	77 READS WAY	1,825,915
CECIL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	301 NEWARK AVENUE	512,030
WILMINGTON INSTITUTE LIBRARY	10 EAST 10TH STREET	126,296
BAYARD TAYLOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY	216 EAST STATE STREET	120,679
AVON GROVE FREE LIBRARY	117 ROSEHILL AVENUE	113,370
OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	48 SOUTH SECOND STREET	74,423
CORBIT-CALLOWAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY	115 HIGH STREET	47,158
DELAWARE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	250 FIFTH STREET	25,143

Farmers Markets in Elkton

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Carousel Park Farmers Market	3700 Limestone Road	05/22/2015 to 10/30/2015	Fri: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Cecil County Farmers' Market - North East	308 South Main Street	06/09/2017 to 10/27/2017	Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Centerville Farmers Market	52 Twaddell Mill Road	06/18/2016 to 10/15/2016	Sat: 8:30 AM-12:00 PM;
Co-op Farmers Market	230 E. Main Street	05/03/2015 to 11/22/2015	Sun: 9:30 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Dutch Country Farmer's Market	701 N Broad St.	01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017	Thu: 8:30 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 8:30 AM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:30 AM-4:00 PM;		Visit
Glasgow Park Farmers Market	2275 Pulaski Highway	05/22/2015 to 10/30/2015	Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Kennett Square Farmer's Market	113 E State St	05/05/2017 to 11/17/2017	Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
L.I.N.A. Farmers Market	8th and Bancroft Parkway
New Garden Growers Market	8943 Newport Gap Pike	05/10/2014 to 11/22/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Oxford Village Market	13 South Third Street	05/02/2017 to 10/31/2017	Tue: 12:00 PM-5:00 PM;		Visit

Hotels in Elkton

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hampton Inn

La Quinta Inn

Red Carpet Inn

Restaurants in Elkton

25 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bo Bo Chinese Kitchen

Chili's

Connie's Market

Cracker Barrel

Crave Eatery

Cuzino's Family Kitchen

Dominick's Pizza

Enzo's New York Square Pizza & Italian Grill

Golden Corral

Great Wall

Happy Panda Restaurant

J & J Pho

Jeje Grill

JoJo's Super Dogs

Los Parientes

Main Street Pizza & Steak Shop

Mario's Pizza

Mick's Crab House

Olive Garden

Pat's Select

Pizza Hut

Roma Piza

Sabor Latino

Sushi & Grill

Waffle House

Cafes in Elkton

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

East Main Cafe

Spork

Starbucks

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Clinics in Elkton

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fresenius Kidney Care

US #12457198943

Dentists in Elkton

7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aspen Dental

Elkton Smiles Dental

Magical Smiles

Main Street Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics

N. Moradi, D.D.S.

US #935172755

Wyman Orthodontics

Gas Stations in Elkton

15 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven

Carroll

Carroll Motor Fuels

Flying J

High's

Royal Farms

Sheetz

Shell

Valero

Wawa

Xtreme

Banks in Elkton

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cecil Bank

Dexsta Federal Credit Union

Fulton Bank

Harford Bank

PNC Bank

Gyms in Elkton

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crossfit

Planet Fitness

Golf Courses in Elkton

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Patriots Glen National Golf Club

Breweries in Elkton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bbc Tavern and Grill	American Restaurant, Pub, Brewery	4019 Kennett Pike	3026553785	Visit
Bellefonte Brewing Company	Breweries	3605 Old Capitol Trl
Carney's Pub and Tavern	Wilmington Restaurants, Pub Restaurants, Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Tave	1313 Mckennans Church Rd	3029980692
Chesapeake & De Brewing Co Llc	Breweries	147 E Main St
Dew Point Brewing	Breweries	2878 Creek Rd
Evil Genius Beer Co	Breweries	284 W Avondale Rd
Frozen Toes Brewing	Brewery	3801 Kennett Pike
How Do You Brew	groceries and related products, Hobby Shop, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, nec	203 Louviers Dr	3027385651, 3.027387009E9	Visit
Irish Town Brewing Co	Elkton MD, Beverages, Beer and Ale, Elkton Beer and Ale, Malt Beverages, Elkton Brewers, Bar, Liquor	400 N Bridge St	4433509645
Kennett Brewing Company	Gastropub, Brewery, Bar	109 S Broad St	6104440440	Visit
Stewarts Brewing Co	Restaurant, Grocers' Wholesale, Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries, Banquet Facilities, Brewery	219 Governors Pl	(302) 836-2739, 13028362739, 3028362739	Visit
Twin Lakes Brewing Co	Brewery	4208 Kennett Pike	3026581826	Visit

Nursing Homes in Elkton

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
ELKTON TRANSITIONAL CARE CENTER ONE PRICE DRIVE	For profit - Corporation	177	147	2/5	—	4/5	1/5	4103986474
LAURELWOOD CARE CENTER AT ELKTON 100 LAUREL DRIVE	For profit - Corporation	78	78	1/5	—	2/5	2/5	4103988800

Pharmacies in Elkton

10 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ACME-SAVON - 7862	101 BIG ELK MALL	410-620-0602
CITY PHARMACY	723 NORTH BRIDGE STREET	410-398-4383
ELKTON FRIENDLY PHARMACY	228 SOUTH BRIDGE STREET	410-398-6100
KMART	161 BIG ELK MALL	410-392-6315
LYON'S PHARMACY	107 EAST MAIN STREET	410-398-2820
NORTHSIDE PHARMACY	707 NORTH BRIDGE STREET	410-398-3784
RITE AID - 365	728 EAST PULASKI HIGHWAY	410-398-9595
UNION HOSPITAL	106 BOW STREET	410-398-4000
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1860	1000 EAST PULASKI HIGHWAY	410-398-1123
WALGREENS - 10977	301 EAST PULASKI HIGHWAY	410-620-1325

Daycare Centers in Elkton

10 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
CIRCLE OF CARE EARLY LEARNERS 528 WEST PULASKI HIGHWAY	CENTER BASED — CENTER BASED	(410) 656-6260	OPEN
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF ELKTON 100 KIDDIE LANE	CENTER BASED — CENTER BASED	(410) 398-1110	OPEN
LIL EINSTEIN'S LEARNING CENTER 2470 SINGERLY ROAD	CENTER BASED — CENTER BASED	(410) 392-5300	OPEN
MRDC FEC HEAD START 200 ROAD B	HEAD START — CENTER BASED	(410) 287-1100	OPEN
NANCY'S CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER 6 NORMAN ALLEN STREET	RELIGIOUS FACILITY — CENTER BASED	(410) 392-8872	OPEN
REACH FOR THE STARS DAY CARE CENTER 731 W. PULASKI HIGHWAY	CENTER BASED — CENTER BASED	(410) 392-4292	OPEN
THE LITTLE DISCIPLES CHILD CARE CENTER 151 EAST HIGH STREET	CENTER BASED — CENTER BASED	(410) 996-1123	OPEN
YMCA AT HOLLY HALL 233 WHITE HALL ROAD	CENTER BASED — CENTER BASED	(410) 398-7317	OPEN
YMCA B / A SCHOOL AT GILPIN MANOR ELEMENTARY 203 NEWARK AVENUE	SCHOOL BASED — CENTER BASED	(410) 392-3194	OPEN
YMCA OF CECIL COUNTY 25 YMCA BOULEVARD	CENTER BASED — CENTER BASED	(410) 398-2333	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Elkton

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
Apple Auto Mitsubishi	560 E Pulaski Hwy	Blink Network	2	J1772	public
DPL - Elkton District Court	143-199 Howard ST	SHELL_RECHARGE	2	J1772	public
Elkton District Court	170 E MAIN STREET	SHELL_RECHARGE	2	J1772	public
Pine Valley Apartments	1000 Spyglass Drive	Blink Network	2	J1772	public
TMC STATION 1	950 elkton Blvd	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Elkton

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
253 MT OLIVET RD (25420)	GTOWER	101
32762 SASSAFRAS ROAD (87675)	MTOWER	60
5013 Kennett Pike (61916)	LTOWER	59
2963 Turkey Point Road (41142)	MTOWER	59
364 CECILTON WARWICK ROAD (84046)	LTOWER	59
(Cecilton site) 364 CECILTON-WARWICK ROAD	LTOWER	59
(Rising Sun) 300 BIGGS HWY.	LTOWER	59
300 BIGGS HIGHWAY (25381)	LTOWER	57
PARSONS ROAD (53722)	MTOWER	54
110 School House Rd. (25399)	MTOWER	53
1363 NEWARK ROAD (25419)	LTOWER	52
(Winterthur) 4825 Kennett Pike	LTOWER	52
2744 TELEGRAPH ROAD (61946)	MTOWER	50
50 N GREENMOUNT ROAD (25413)	MTOWER	47

Fire Stations in Elkton

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Singerly Fire Company	PO Box 444	Mostly volunteer			410-398-2078

Power Plants Near Elkton

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
CECIL COUNTY CCVT HS	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-75.8	OP
ELKTON SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-75.8	OP
MASON SOLAR ONE LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-75.9	OP

Bridges in Elkton

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	161	78,625	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	305	78,625	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	170	78,625	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1964	255	74,335	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1962	180	64,281	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	126	22,306	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1989	134	21,818	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	340	18,638	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	340	17,906	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1939	367	16,172	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1939	398	16,172	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1939	367	15,537	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1939	398	15,537	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	119	13,600	F
Culvert	Concrete	1959	21	12,804	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1949	25	12,732	F
Culvert	Concrete	1959	21	12,410	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1986	180	9,301	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	234	9,031	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1991	68	8,241	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1932	111	7,988	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1960	217	6,681	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1980	221	5,968	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	229	5,326	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1999	238	5,242	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2011	98	4,721	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1931	28	4,331	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1931	28	4,331	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1980	74	4,054	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1969	160	3,150	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1967	89	2,203	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1972	166	1,763	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	83	1,318	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1946	76	964	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2004	36	743	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1981	86	639	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1979	57	545	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1982	58	204	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2004	32	109	F

Correctional Facilities in Elkton

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
CECIL COUNTY DETENTION CENTER	500 LANDING LANE	COUNTY	284	324	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Elkton

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Newark, DE	110 Station Way	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Elkton

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CHRYSLER , LLC	550 SOUTH COLLEGE STREET	NEW CASTLE
DELAWARE CITY REFINING COMPANY LLC	4550 WRANGLE HILL ROAD	NEW CASTLE
DELAWARE CITY REFINING COMPANY LLC	4550 WRANGLE HILL ROAD	NEW CASTLE
DELAWARE CITY REFINING COMPANY LLC	4550 WRANGLE HILL ROAD	NEW CASTLE
GM WILMINGTON ASSEMBLY PLANT	BOXWOOD & DODSON ROADS	NEW CASTLE

Airports Near Elkton

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Philadelphia International Airport	PHL	Large Airport
Dover Civil Air Terminal/Dover Air Force Base	DOV	Medium Airport
Lancaster Airport	LNS	Medium Airport
Martin State Airport	MTN	Medium Airport
Millville Municipal Airport	MIV	Medium Airport
Phillips Army Air Field	APG	Medium Airport
Wilmington Airport	ILG	Medium Airport
Albanna Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Albrecht Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Alliance Airport	—	Small Airport
Altemose Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Ashland Landing Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
B J Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Baublitz Commercial Airport	—	Small Airport
Bay Bridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Belfair Airport	—	Small Airport
Bert's Airport	—	Small Airport
Blews Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyer Airport	—	Small Airport
Brandywine Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Breezecroft Airport	—	Small Airport
Bucks Airport	—	Small Airport
Cecil County Airport	—	Small Airport
Chandelle Airport	—	Small Airport
Chester County G O Carlson Airport	CTH	Small Airport
Church Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Conquest Field	—	Small Airport
Coombs Airport	—	Small Airport
Cromwell Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Crosswinds Airfield	—	Small Airport
D.Evans Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
D'Angelo Airport	—	Small Airport
Dave's Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Deck Airport	—	Small Airport
Delaware Airpark	—	Small Airport
Dimascio Field	—	Small Airport
Doyle's Airport	—	Small Airport
Doylestown Airport	DYL	Small Airport
Draco STOLport	—	Small Airport
Drummond Airport	—	Small Airport
Duffy's Airport	—	Small Airport
Emmanuel Airport	—	Small Airport
Essex Skypark Airport	—	Small Airport
Fallston Airport	—	Small Airport
Fetters Construction Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Forest Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Founding Fathers Field	—	Small Airport
Full Throttle Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Gunden Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Elkton

18 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Cecil County Sheriff's Department	107 Chesapeake Boulevard
Cecil County Sheriff's Department	107 Chesapeake Boulevard
Delaware City Police Department	407 Clinton Street
Delaware State Police Troop 2
Delaware State Police Troop 6	3301 Kirkwood Highway
Delaware State Police Troop 9	414 Main Street
Elkton Police Department	100 Railroad Avenue
Elkton Police Department	100 Railroad Avenue
Elsmere Police Department	11 Poplar Avenue
Kennett Township Police Department
Maryland State Police - Barrack F	2433 West Pulaski Highway
Newark Police Department	220 South Main Street
Newport Police Department	226 North James Street
Oxford Police	1 Octoraro Alley
Pennsylvania State Police	2 Moxley Road
Rising Sun Police Department	1 East Main Street
Town of North East Police Department	104 West Cecil Avenue
Westover Hills Police Department

Grocery Stores in Elkton

35 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-Eleven Inc F 32341C	Convenience Store	299 E Pulaski Hwy
ACME 2862	Supermarket	101 Big Elk Mall
ALDI 63002	Supermarket	98 Chesapeake Blvd
Appleton BP	Convenience Store	1005 Elk Mills Rd
B & B Seafood	Specialty Store	1600 Elkton Rd
Cairo Inc 0	Grocery Store	14 Commercial Plz
Carroll Mart	Convenience Store	259 Belle Hill Rd
CVS Pharmacy CVS11063	Other	723 N Bridge St
Dollar General 20261	Other	655 N Bridge St
Dollar General 21451	Other	2524 Singerly Rd
Dollar General 468	Other	801 E Pulaski Hwy
Dollar Tree 3453	Other	157 W Pulaski Hwy
Elkton Cmf	Convenience Store	2249 E Old Philadelphia Rd
Family Dollar 12178	Other	10 Chestnut Dr
Fletchwood Deli	Convenience Store	272 Fletchwood Rd
Food Lion 1558	Supermarket	1001 E Pulaski Hwy
Grocery Outlet Of Elkton	Supermarket	801 East Pulaski Hwy
Highs Of Baltimore LLC 16	Convenience Store	42 Beauchamp Rd
Highs Of Baltimore LLC 64	Convenience Store	5655 Telegraph Rd
Ocean State Job Lot 653	Other	801 E Pulaski Hwy
Pilot Travel Center 875	Convenience Store	221 Belle Hill Rd
Redners Warehouse Market 59	Supermarket	311 Augustine Herman Hwy
Royal Farms 101	Convenience Store	1199 E Pulaski Hwy
Royal Farms 84	Convenience Store	25 Augustine Herman Hwy
Sheetz 779	Convenience Store	622 E Pulaski Hwy
Shore Stop 264	Convenience Store	407 N Bridge St
TA Elkton 19	Convenience Store	1400 Elkton Rd
Tienda Espinoza 1	Grocery Store	229 S Bridge St
Tobacco And Convenience	Convenience Store	229 S Bridge St
Un Poco De Mexico	Convenience Store	801 E Pulaski Hwy
Walgreens 10977	Other	301 E Pulaski Hwy
Walmart Supercenter 1860	Super Store	1000 E Pulaski Hwy
Wawa 0547	Convenience Store	1657 Elkton Rd
Wawa 8512	Convenience Store	302 W Pulaski Hwy
Xtreme Gas	Convenience Store	722 N Bridge St

Post Offices in Elkton

2 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Childs Post Office
Elk Mills Post Office	732 Elk Mills Road

Treatment Centers in Elkton

21 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Bowling Green Brandywine	Substance Abuse	610-268-3588
Brandywine Counseling and - Community Services	Substance Abuse	302-656-2348
Brantwood FS LLC	Substance Abuse	410-398-0651
Cecil Community Recovery Center LLC	Substance Abuse	443-258-9696 x805
Community Collaboration of Delaware	Substance Abuse	302-364-3400
Elkton Comprehensive Treatment Center	Substance Abuse	410-620-6077
Elkton Comprehensive Treatment Center - ATS of Cecil County LLC	Substance Abuse	410-620-6077
Haven House Inc - Inpatient	Substance Abuse	410-398-9900
Haven House Inc - Outpatient	Substance Abuse	410-398-5868
Holcomb Associates Inc	Substance Abuse	610-388-7400
Human Service Inc	Mental Health	610-200-6222
LCH Health and Community Services	Both	610-444-7550
Northeast Treatment Center - Kirkwood Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	302-691-0140 x3865
Recovery Centers of America - Bracebridge Hall Inpatient	Substance Abuse	443-282-1197
Serenity Health - Elkton	Substance Abuse	443-485-6544 x101
Tri State Health Inc	Substance Abuse	410-392-6408
Tri State Health Inc	Substance Abuse	410-392-6408
Tri State Health Inc	Substance Abuse	410-392-6408
Upper Bay Counseling and Support Servs - Adult Services	Both	410-996-5104
Upper Bay Counseling and Support Servs - Community Services	Both	410-996-5104
Westside Family Healthcare	Both	302-455-0900

DOL Wage Violations in Elkton

13 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $153,914 in back wages owed to 221 employees.

Violations

$153,914

Back Wages Owed

221

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Health Care for Women, PA	—	—	21921	—	2	$48,333	$8,055	6
Unique Construction and Development	—	—	21921	—	1	$41,435	$4,143	10
TIFFIN ATHLETIC MATS INC [OSHA]	—	—	21921	Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing	1	$17,856	$510	35
1st Choice Inc/DBA Mr Sandless	—	—	21921	—	1	$15,813	$1,054	15
Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation	—	—	21921	—	1	$14,652	$204	72
Key Lime Taxi	—	—	21921	—	1	$6,648	$2,216	3
Procom Services, LLC	—	—	21921	—	1	$3,116	$125	25
Better Maids House Cleaning	—	—	21921	—	1	$2,442	$122	20
Ashley Furniture Home Store	—	—	21921	—	1	$1,077	$120	9
Metro PCS	—	T-Mobile US	21921	—	1	$945	$945	1
Nick & Joe's Pizza	—	—	21921	—	1	$746	$187	4
Bay Country Landscape	—	—	21921	—	1	$735	$37	20
Health Care for Women	—	—	21921	—	1	$117	$117	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Elkton

38 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
AGAPE TIME MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 1836
ANOINTED TABERNACLE OF PRAISE INC	147 PATTON WAY
BAPTIST BIBLE CHURCH	144 APPLETON RD
BRUSH ARBOR GOSPEL MINISTRIES	768 BLUE BALL RD
ELKTON MARYLAND ISLAMIC CULTURAL CENTER	528 W PULASKI HWY
ENDEAVOR MINISTRIES CHURCH	32 HILLTOP RD
FAIR HILL CHURCH	2420 SINGERLY RD
FAITH HOPE AND JOY MINISTRIES	154 FAIR HILL DR
FAITH LIFE CENTER	106 EAST MAIN STREET SUITE 10
FAITH SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH	2494 SINGERLY RD
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF ELKTON	607 DELAWARE AVE
GLORIOUS PRESENCE CHURCH INC	1552 SINGERLY RD
HAL CHAFFEE MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 1546
HEART N HANDS INC	311 WILLOW DR
HOPE & REFUGE FAMILY FELLOWSHIP INC	923 OLD ELK NECK RD
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH	PO BOX 345
IMMANUEL BIBLE CHURCH	PO BOX 805
ISLAMIC SOCIETY OF ELKTON INC	1 BROWN CT
KEEPERS OF THE FLAME OUTREACH MINISTRY	40 SUNBURST DR
KOHATH MINISTRIES	67 FAWN VALLEY DR
LEEDS CHURCH	1579 BLUE BALL RD
LIFELINE WORD MINISTRY INC	102 PEBBLE BEACH DR
MEASURE OF FAITH CHURCH	PO BOX 90
MIGHTY RIVER MINISTRIES	6 DEER CREEK LN
OLD APOSTOLIC LUTHERAN CHURCH OF CHERRY HILL MARYLAND INC	PO BOX 1703
OLIVET MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC	47 BLACKSNAKE RD
PLEASANT HILL WESLEYAN CHURCH	2300 BLUE BALL RD
PULASKI HIGHWAY CHURCH OF CHRIST INC	59 KEITHLEY LN
RESTORATION AND DELIVERANCE MINISTRIES INC	603 ELKTON BLVD
SECOND CHANCE COMMUNITY CHURCH INC	228 THOMAS JEFFERSON TER
ST JOHNS LEWISVILLE CHURCH	595 LEWISVILLE RD
ST PATRICKS CHAPEL HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC	2829 BLUE BALL RD
TEMPLE GWATHMEY STEEPLECHASE FOUNDATION INC	400 FAIR HILL DR
TRUTH TEACHING MINISTRIES	2202 PEBBLE BEACH DR
UNION COMMUNITY CHURCH	440 UNION CHURCH RD
VICTORY IN PRAISE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRY	128 N BRIDGE ST
WALKING IN HIS WORD MINISTRIES	10 CHESTNUT DR
WRIGHTS AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH INC	125 BOOTH ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Elkton

What is the population of Elkton?

Elkton has a population of 15,867 residents and is located in Maryland. The population density is 1,755 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.4 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Elkton expensive to live in?

Elkton has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 105 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $56,565, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $271,700 (4% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,368 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Elkton safe?

Public safety is a concern in Elkton, with a violent crime rate of 964 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,634 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Elkton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Elkton?

Elkton 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 Elkton?

Elkton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average 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 25 minutes, and 8.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Elkton?

The median home value in Elkton is $271,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $362,553. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,368. Fair market rent is $1,400 for a 1-bedroom and $1,648 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 48.3%. The average annual property tax is $4,047.

How are the schools in Elkton?

Schools in Elkton score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.8% of adults in Elkton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Elkton?

The obesity rate in Elkton is 45.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.5% of adults are smokers. 33.6% are physically inactive. 24.4% of residents report depression. 11.1% lack health insurance (above 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 Elkton?

The average commute in Elkton is 25 minutes. 77.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Elkton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Elkton is 65.6% White, 16.1% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 89.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.1% speak Spanish. 8.0% of the population are military veterans. 16.0% of residents have a disability. 95.9% have health insurance coverage.

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