Preston, Maryland
Quick Statistics
Preston is a community in Caroline County, Maryland, home to about 852 people spread across 0.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $45,375 a year, and a typical home is worth about $267,000. About 31.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.3% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 18 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Maryland towns GeoStat tracks, Preston ranks number 349 of 527 in population, number 240 in median household income, number 353 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Preston typically top out near 87°F in July, while January nights average about 25°F. The area sees roughly 13 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Choptank, MD | 3.0 mi. | 186 |
| 2. | Hurlock, MD | 6.2 mi. | 2,819 |
| 3. | Secretary, MD | 7.4 mi. | 635 |
| 4. | Federalsburg, MD | 7.4 mi. | 2,837 |
| 5. | East New Market, MD | 7.9 mi. | 246 |
| 6. | Trappe, MD | 8.4 mi. | 1,055 |
| 7. | Williston, MD | 8.8 mi. | 391 |
| 8. | Easton, MD | 9.9 mi. | 17,308 |
What is the population of Preston, Maryland?
Preston has a population of about 852 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Preston, Maryland in?
Preston is located in Caroline County, Maryland.
What is the median home value in Preston, Maryland?
The median home value in Preston is about $267,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Preston, Maryland?
The median personal income in Preston is about $45,375 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Preston, Maryland?
Since 1950, 8 tornadoes have been recorded in Caroline County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Preston, Maryland?
Typical July highs run about 87 degrees and January lows about 25 degrees, with around 13 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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