Easton

MD

Talbot County, Maryland

Population 38K |Median income $84,811 |1 hospital

Population
37,917
Talbot County
Median Income
$84,811
+25% vs avg
Median Home Value
$409,700
+80% vs avg
Median Age
51.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
38K+0%
Median Income
$84,811+38%
Median Home Value
$409,700+25%
Poverty Rate
9.3%+8%
Unemployment
4.3%-49%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,256/mo
Poverty Rate
9.3% -35% vs avg
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 42%
Work From Home 15.1%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 75.6%
African American 12.2%
Asian 1.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
41.6%
Short Sleep Duration
31.9%
Obesity
30.1%
Physical Inactivity
24.2%
Binge Drinking
14.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.6%
Diabetes
13.1%
Current Smoking
10.9%
Current Asthma
10.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 82.8%
Dental Visit 69.1%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
8.4%
Lack of Health Insurance
7.7%
Stroke
4.3%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
UNIVERSITY OF MD SHORE MEDICAL CENTER AT EASTON
EASTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Easton Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Coastal Flood Warning Issued for Anne Arundel County Shoreline Through Monday Night

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Western Maryland and West Virginia Through Early Saturday

NOAA · Mar 28, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Chesapeake Bay and Surrounding Maryland Waters

NOAA · Mar 24, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Portions of Delaware and Maryland Through 8:30 PM

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Cecil County, Maryland

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Carroll and Frederick Counties, Maryland

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Easton, MD? ▼
Easton, MD has a population of 37,917 people, located in Talbot County, Maryland.
What is the median household income in Easton? ▼
The median household income in Easton, MD is $84,811 per year. The poverty rate is 9.3%.
What is the median home value in Easton? ▼
The median home value in Easton, MD is $409,700. Median rent is $1,256/month.
What are the top health concerns in Easton? ▼
The top health indicators in Easton include High Blood Pressure (41.6%), Short Sleep Duration (31.9%), Obesity (30.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Easton? ▼
Easton has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Easton? ▼
The median age in Easton, MD is 51.2 years. 42% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Easton, MD is located in Talbot County, Maryland. With a population of 38K and a median household income of $84,811, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Easton area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Talbot County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.