Elkton

MD

Cecil County, Maryland

Population 105K |Median income $92,007 |2 hospitals

Population
104,960
Cecil County
Median Income
$92,007
+35% vs avg
Median Home Value
$343,400
+51% vs avg
Median Age
40.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
105K+3%
Median Income
$92,007+38%
Median Home Value
$343,400+35%
Poverty Rate
10.8%+4%
Unemployment
5.5%-39%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,377/mo
Poverty Rate
10.8% -24% vs avg
Unemployment 5.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 28%
Work From Home 12.4%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 81.7%
African American 7.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.3%
Asian 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
41.3%
High Blood Pressure
39.2%
Short Sleep Duration
38.2%
Physical Inactivity
27.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.4%
Current Smoking
15.3%
Binge Drinking
14.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
14%
Diabetes
13.2%
Current Asthma
10.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63.7%
Annual Checkup 77.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.6%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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0
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0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
0
UNION HOSPITAL OF CECIL COUNTY
ELKTON · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Elkton 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 Elkton, MD? ▼
Elkton, MD has a population of 104,960 people, located in Cecil County, Maryland.
What is the median household income in Elkton? ▼
The median household income in Elkton, MD is $92,007 per year. The poverty rate is 10.8%.
What is the median home value in Elkton? ▼
The median home value in Elkton, MD is $343,400. Median rent is $1,377/month.
What are the top health concerns in Elkton? ▼
The top health indicators in Elkton include Obesity (41.3%), High Blood Pressure (39.2%), Short Sleep Duration (38.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Elkton? ▼
Elkton has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Elkton? ▼
The median age in Elkton, MD is 40.6 years. 28% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Elkton, MD is located in Cecil County, Maryland. With a population of 105K and a median household income of $92,007, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Elkton 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 (Cecil 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.