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Easton, MD Micro Area

Easton, MD · Micro Area

37,917Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the Washington-Baltimore-Arlington, DC-MD-VA-WV-PA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$84,811
Median home value
$409,700
Land area
269 sq mi
141 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this micro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Talbot County, MDCentral37,917$84,811$409,700

Largest cities and towns

6 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Easton, MDTown17,308$74,653
St. Michaels, MDTown1,240$78,265
Trappe, MDTown1,055$60,917
Tilghman Island, MDCDP741$45,625
Oxford, MDTown706$83,207
Cordova, MDCDP448$64,196

Also in the Washington-Baltimore-Arlington, DC-MD-VA-WV-PA combined area

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
9.3%
Unemployment
4.3%
College Educated
42%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$84,811
Mean Household Income
$126,276

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
48.2%
Female
51.8%

Population Split

Male48.2%
Female51.8%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English17.9%
German17.2%
Irish16.4%
Italian4.6%
Scottish3.7%
Polish2.8%
French2.7%
Mexican2.3%
African0.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

8.0%Foreign Born
92.0%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized43.6%
Non-Citizen56.4%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later32.8%
Before 201067.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
19,720
Median Rent
$1,256/mo
Median Home Value
$409,700
Median Year Built
1983

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
7,020
College Enrollment
14.4%
High School
22.6%
College Educated
42.0%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
24.7 min
Drive Alone Rate
71.9%
Public Transit
0.5%
Work From Home
15.1%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
18.6%
18-34 Years
16.0%
35-64 Years
35.8%
65+ Years
29.6%

Population Composition

Under 1818.6%
18-3416.0%
35-6435.8%
65+29.6%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
47.4%
Single Parent
6.4%
Living Alone
32.7%
Avg Size
2.28

Household Types

Married Couples47.4%
Single Parent6.4%
Living Alone32.7%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$56,059
SNAP Usage
10.3%
Health Insurance
96.1%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k14.0%
$25k - $50k16.4%
$50k - $100k26.9%
$100k+42.8%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
6.5%
Retail Trade
10.9%
Education & Health Care
24.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

15.3%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

96.1%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
90.1%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
94.3%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
93.2
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
109.5
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.