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Allen
Asbury United Methodist Church and Cemetery
Asbury United Methodist Church and Cemetery
Allen is located in Maryland
Allen
Allen
Location in Maryland
Allen is located in the United States
Allen
Allen
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Maryland
County Wicomico
Area
 • Total 0.44 sq mi (1.14 km2)
 • Land 0.43 sq mi (1.12 km2)
 • Water 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2)
Elevation
10 ft (3 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 199
 • Density 459.58/sq mi (177.25/km2)
Time zone UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP code
21810
Area codes 410 & 443
FIPS code 24-00800
GNIS feature ID 589634

Allen is a small community located in Wicomico County, Maryland, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community, which means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. It is also a census-designated place, which is an area the U.S. Census Bureau defines for gathering population data.

In 2020, about 199 people lived in Allen. It is part of the larger Salisbury, Maryland-Delaware Metropolitan Statistical Area. This area includes several towns and cities that are connected.

Discovering Allen's History

Allen is home to some important historical sites. These places help us understand the past of the area.

Historic Landmarks in Allen

Several buildings in Allen are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their historical importance.

  • The Asbury Methodist Episcopal Church is one of these special places. It is a historic church with a long past.
  • Bennett's Adventure is another site with historical value.
  • Bounds Lott also holds a place in the area's history.

These sites are protected to preserve their stories for future generations.

Population Facts About Allen

Understanding the population helps us learn about a community. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived in Allen over time.

Historical population
Census Pop.
2020 199
U.S. Decennial Census

The population numbers come from the official U.S. Decennial Census. This census happens every ten years to count everyone in the country.

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