Deale, Maryland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Deale, Maryland
Census-designated place
The U.S. Post Office in Deale, Maryland, in March 2010
Location of Deale, Maryland
Country	United States
State	Maryland
County	Anne Arundel
Area
• Total	5.94 sq mi (15.37 km2)
• Land	5.31 sq mi (13.75 km2)
• Water	0.63 sq mi (1.62 km2)
Elevation	7 ft (2 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	4,943
• Density	931.06/sq mi (359.47/km2)
Time zone	UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP code	20751
Area code(s)	410, 443, and 667
FIPS code	24-22050
GNIS feature ID	0590075

Deale is a community in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). In 2020, about 4,943 people lived there. Deale offers beautiful views of the Chesapeake Bay. It is a popular spot for people who love boating. A historic place called Sudley, located in Deale, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.

History of Deale

Early Inhabitants and European Settlers

People have lived in the Deale area for a very long time. Archaeologists have found signs of early tribes from as far back as 8,000 B.C. These were nomadic groups, meaning they moved around. A larger, more permanent camp was found nearby, dating to 2,000 B.C. The Deale area was important hunting land for the Susquehannock people. It was also within the territory claimed by the Piscataway people.

European settlers first arrived in Anne Arundel County around 1649. They came from southeast Virginia. They were trying to escape religious persecution during the English Civil War. By 1655, they settled in the Herring Creek area, which includes present-day Deale. Many of these settlers had become Quakers.

From Farms to Fishing Village

For many years, the land was mainly used for farming. This changed around 1870. That's when watermen (people who make a living from the water) began to settle near the oyster beds in Herring Bay. These watermen came from Long Island and Maryland's Eastern Shore.

By 1920, some farms started to become summer communities. Businesses in Deale began to grow. They started building, repairing, and renting boats to summer tourists. They also built restaurants and shops to serve the visitors. By 1960, some watermen became charter fishing captains. They offered fishing trips on the Chesapeake Bay to people visiting from Baltimore and Washington D.C.

Geography of Deale

Deale at sunset

Deale is located on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. It is a waterfront fishing village. The area covers about 15.4 square kilometers (5.9 square miles). Most of this area is land, with about 1.7 square kilometers (0.63 square miles) being water.

Creeks and Waterways

Five tidal creeks in Deale flow into the Chesapeake Bay. These creeks are Tracey's Creek, Rockhold Creek, Parker Creek, Carrs Creek, and Broadwater Creek.

Rockhold Creek is the busiest of these creeks. It is home to several marinas. Most of the charter fishing boats are also located there. Happy Harbor Restaurant, a well-known landmark in Deale, is found on Rockhold Creek.

Population and People

In 2010, there were 4,945 people living in Deale. There were 1,778 households and 1,313 families. The average household had about 2.7 people. The average family had about 3.1 people.

About 26% of the population was under 18 years old. About 9% of the population was 65 years or older. The median age in Deale was 38 years.

Economy and Jobs

Deale is often called a "bedroom community." This means many people who live in Deale travel to nearby cities for work. They commute to places like Washington, D.C., and Annapolis. The biggest job areas in Deale are public administration, scientific services, and construction.

Tourism in Deale

Deale also has a strong tourism industry. This is because of its beautiful location on the Chesapeake Bay. Its history as a fishing village also helps. Visitors can enjoy many activities, such as:

• Charter boating
• Water sports
• Waterfront restaurants and bars

Deale is also home to several marina resorts. One of these is the award-winning Herrington Harbor.

Media in Deale

Deale was once home to WRYR-LP. This was a low power community radio station. It was run by a group called South Arundel Citizens for Responsible Development (SACReD). Many volunteers from Deale helped build the station in 2002. WRYR-LP broadcast music, news, and public affairs on 97.5 FM. However, the station's license was canceled in 2019.

Famous People from Deale

The country music duo Brothers Osborne are from Deale. The group is made up of brothers John and T.J. Osborne.

See also

In Spanish: Deale (Maryland) para niños