Federalsburg, Maryland facts for kids
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Federalsburg, Maryland
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| Town of Federalsburg | |||
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Aerial view, 1930s
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| Motto(s):
"Pride in the Past, Faith in the Future"
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Location of Federalsburg, Maryland
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 Federalsburg, Maryland
Location in Maryland
Federalsburg, Maryland
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States of America |
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| State |  Maryland |
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| County |  Caroline |
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| Incorporated | 1823 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 1.99 sq mi (5.14 km2) | ||
| • Land | 1.93 sq mi (5.00 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.15 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 2,833 | ||
| • Density | 1,467.88/sq mi (566.73/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
21632
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| Area code | 410, 443, and 667 | ||
| FIPS code | 24-27900 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 0593884 | ||
Federalsburg is a small town located in Caroline County, Maryland, in the United States. In 2020, about 2,833 people lived there. The town has one high school, called Colonel Richardson High School.
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History of Federalsburg
Federalsburg got its name in an interesting way. Some people believe it was named after the Federalist Party. This political group held a meeting in the town back in 1812.
Another idea is that the town was settled by people from northern states. These settlers were often called "Federals." The town officially became a recognized town in 1823.
Geography of Federalsburg
Federalsburg is located at specific coordinates: 38.691126 degrees North and -75.773296 degrees West.
The town covers a total area of about 2.02 square miles (5.23 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 1.93 square miles (5.00 square kilometers), is land. The remaining small part, about 0.09 square miles (0.23 square kilometers), is water.
People and Population
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Federalsburg has changed over many years. Here is how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 338 | — | |
| 1890 | 543 | 60.7% | |
| 1900 | 539 | −0.7% | |
| 1910 | 1,050 | 94.8% | |
| 1920 | 1,288 | 22.7% | |
| 1930 | 1,369 | 6.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,748 | 27.7% | |
| 1950 | 1,878 | 7.4% | |
| 1960 | 2,060 | 9.7% | |
| 1970 | 1,917 | −6.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,952 | 1.8% | |
| 1990 | 2,365 | 21.2% | |
| 2000 | 2,620 | 10.8% | |
| 2010 | 2,739 | 4.5% | |
| 2020 | 2,833 | 3.4% | |
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Who Lives Here?
According to the 2010 census, there were 2,739 people living in Federalsburg. The town had 1,081 households.
The people in Federalsburg come from different backgrounds. About 53.8% of the population was White, and 41.0% was African American. There were also smaller groups of Native American and Asian residents. About 3.6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in the town was 33.3 years old. About 30.8% of residents were under 18 years old.
Getting Around Town
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Most people travel to and from Federalsburg by road. The main roads are Maryland Route 318 and Maryland Route 313. Route 318 goes east and west, while Route 313 goes north and south. These two roads often run together through parts of Federalsburg.
Other state roads that serve the town include Maryland Route 307, Maryland Route 308, and Maryland Route 315. Also, Maryland Route 306 ends near the town's northeast side.
What People Do Here
One important business in Federalsburg is Crystal Steel Fabricators Inc. This company makes parts for large offshore wind power projects. These projects help create clean energy in places like Maryland and New Jersey.
Fun Facts and Culture
Exeter is a historic place in Federalsburg. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978. This means it's an important building that is protected.
In 2007, Federalsburg hosted the 58th Annual Delmarva Chicken Festival. This big event celebrates the chicken industry in the Delmarva area. It was held at Marshy Hope Marina Park.
Sports Teams
Federalsburg used to have its own baseball team called the Federalsburg A's. This team was a minor league team for the Philadelphia Athletics. They played their games at Federal Park.
Local Media
Federalsburg is home to a radio station called WTDK. You might know it better as THE DUCK.
Famous People From Federalsburg
- Robert "Ducky" Detweiler: He was a professional baseball player. He played for the Boston Braves from 1942 to 1946.
- Robert Houston Noble: He was a brigadier general in the U.S. Army.
- Madeline Hurlock: She was an actress.
See also
In Spanish: Federalsburg (Maryland) para niños
