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Willards, Maryland

town · Wicomico County

At a glance

1,280
Population
$216,100
Median home value (all homes)
29% below U.S. median
$291,142
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,460/mo
Median rent
8% above U.S. median
$75,333
Median household income
4% below U.S. median
23.3 min
Average commute
85.8%
Homes with broadband
10.92%
Locations with fiber available
11%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 99 — 1% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing11% below
Goods & services2% below
Utilities35% above
Taxes28% above
Insurance6% below
Commute cost14% below
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 college14 mi
Nearest community college8 mi
Nearest technical college11 mi
High school graduates90%
College graduates16.8%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Salisbury-Wicomico Economic Development
SWED exists to enhance the socio-economic environment of Salisbury, Wicomico County and region through the preservation and creation of productive employment opportunities. It describes itself as a public-private partnership charged with strengthening the economy of Salisbury, Wicomico County and region.
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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