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Charlestown, Maryland

town · Allegany County (primary) , Baltimore County, Cecil County

At a glance

1,999
Population
$378,400
Median home value (all homes)
25% above U.S. median
$341,327
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,735/mo
Median rent
29% above U.S. median
$122,125
Median household income
55% above U.S. median
30.5 min
Average commute
95.6%
Homes with broadband
4.56%
Locations with fiber available
4.3%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 116 — 16% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing42% above
Goods & services1% below
Utilities45% above
Taxes28% above
Insurance6% below
Commute cost12% above
For business: Maryland is CBII band 3/5 · time to build band 3/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college1 mi
Nearest community college4 mi
Nearest technical college4 mi
High school graduates92%
College graduates38.2%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

county Alleghany County Economic Development
Allegany County Economic and Community Development is a department within Allegany County Government focused on economic development and community development. It offers resources for site selectors, workforce development, business resources, neighborhoods, recreation, and a portfolio of projects to support residents and local employers.
county Cecil County Economic Development
The Cecil County Office of Economic Development seeks to stimulate economic growth and job creation through the expansion of existing businesses, the attraction of new businesses, the advancement of tourism, and the promotion of agriculture. It serves Cecil County, Maryland.
state Maryland Department of Commerce
The Maryland Department of Commerce is the state's primary economic development agency that stimulates private investment and creates jobs by attracting new businesses, encouraging the expansion and retention of existing companies, and providing workforce training and financial assistance to Maryland companies. It also promotes Maryland’s commercial advantages and quality of life to spur economic development, international investment, trade and tourism.
state Maryland Economic Development Association
The Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) enhances the knowledge and skills of its members, encourages partnerships and networking among people committed to bringing jobs and capital to Maryland, and promotes economic development as an investment in Maryland. MEDA is a nonprofit organization of economic development professionals.
state Maryland Technology Development Corporation
TEDCO provides funding, resources and connections that early-stage technology and life sciences companies need to thrive in Maryland. It identifies, invests in, and helps grow technology companies in Maryland.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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