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Rising Sun, Maryland

town · Cecil County (primary) , Carroll County

At a glance

2,764
Population
$309,100
Median home value (all homes)
2% above U.S. median
$406,988
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,210/mo
Median rent
10% below U.S. median
$85,563
Median household income
9% above U.S. median
32.3 min
Average commute
91.6%
Homes with broadband
22.47%
Locations with fiber available
4.4%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 109 — 9% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing20% above
Goods & services0% below
Utilities27% above
Taxes28% above
Insurance6% below
Commute cost19% 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 college10 mi
Nearest community college7 mi
Nearest technical college14 mi
High school graduates93%
College graduates25.7%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

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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