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Easton, MD


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Easton, Maryland

Introduction to Easton, Maryland

Located in Talbot county, Easton, Maryland, is 39 miles E of Bowie, Maryland (center to center) and 46 miles SE of Baltimore, Maryland. The town has a population of 11,708 residents.

Easton History

The present-day territory of Easton grew when the first courthouse for Talbot county was established in the area in 1711. Later, the town was renamed Talbot Town. In 1788, the area was organized and renamed Easton. As of now, Easton holds a seat on Talbot county.

Easton and nearby Attractions

  • The Bullitt House
  • Historical Society of Talbot county
  • Academy Art Museum
  • Christ Church
  • Historic Avalon Theatre

Things To Do In Easton

The Historical Society of Talbot County is located in Easton. The city is home to many 17th and 18th century houses and the federal-style gardens. The Bullitt House, built in 1801 by Thomas James Bulltit is located here, as are the Academy Art Museum and Historic Avalon Theatre and The Christ Church. In addition, local celebrations such as the Talbot County Fair and the Waterfowl Festival are held yearly.

Easton Transportation

The closest airport to the city is the Baltimore-Washington International Airport.

Easton Higher Education

Higher education is available at Salisbury State University, Anne Arundel Community College, and University of Maryland-Eastern Shore.

High Points

Easton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Maryland):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 6%Easton Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)		Top 16%Easton Walking and Biking to Work
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 17%Easton Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Easton, MD

Comparing Easton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maryland (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population109
Senior Citizens99
Racial Diversity98
Well-Paid Single Women87
Age of the Population78
Well-Paid Single Men65
Children Under 5 Years Old54
Male Share of the Population12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married23
Average Household Size22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults66
Median Family Income65
People in Middle Class or Better54
People Above Poverty44

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work99
Short Commute Times810
Public Transportation Use85
Working at Home76

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals109
Seasonal and Vacation Housing88
Housing Recently Built78
Affordability of Property Taxes79
Affordability of Rents67

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime34
Low Violent Crime13

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