Hurlock, Maryland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hurlock, Maryland
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| Motto(s):
"On track since 1892"
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Location of Hurlock, Maryland
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Maryland |
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| County |  Dorchester |
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| Incorporated | 1892 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 2.89 sq mi (7.48 km2) | ||
| • Land | 2.67 sq mi (6.91 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.22 sq mi (0.57 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 2,070 | ||
| • Density | 775.86/sq mi (299.54/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
21643
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| Area code(s) | 410 | ||
| FIPS code | 24-41125 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 0590523 | ||
| Website | Hurlock, Maryland | ||
Hurlock is a small town located in Dorchester County, Maryland, in the United States. In 2020, about 2,070 people lived there. It's known for its friendly community and local festivals.
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History of Hurlock
The town of Hurlock got its name from a local store owner named John M. Hurlock.
The community officially became a town in the year 1892. This means it gained the right to govern itself.
Geography and Location
Hurlock is located in Maryland at these coordinates: 38°37′53″N 75°51′40″W / 38.631463°N 75.861079°W.
The town covers a total area of about 2.88 square miles (7.46 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, which is about 2.66 square miles (6.89 square kilometers). The rest is water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 280 | — | |
| 1910 | 516 | 84.3% | |
| 1920 | 1,075 | 108.3% | |
| 1930 | 765 | −28.8% | |
| 1940 | 800 | 4.6% | |
| 1950 | 944 | 18.0% | |
| 1960 | 1,035 | 9.6% | |
| 1970 | 1,056 | 2.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,690 | 60.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,706 | 0.9% | |
| 2000 | 1,874 | 9.8% | |
| 2010 | 2,092 | 11.6% | |
| 2020 | 2,070 | −1.1% | |
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Hurlock's Population in 2010
In 2010, the town of Hurlock had 2,092 people living there. There were 788 households, which are groups of people living together.
The average age of people in Hurlock in 2010 was 36 years old. About 27.5% of the residents were under 18 years old.
Arts and Culture in Hurlock
Hurlock Fall Festival
The Hurlock Fall Festival is a big event that happens every year. It started in 1992 and takes place on the first Saturday of October.
The festival kicks off with a fun parade. You can see local school bands, volunteer fire companies, and cool antique cars.
Along the streets near the historic train station, you'll find many vendors. They sell arts, crafts, and delicious food.
At the train station, you can even take a special train ride. The Hurlock Express offers one-hour round trips to Federalsburg, Maryland. The town owns the train station and two old passenger cars. A locomotive from the Maryland and Delaware Railroad pulls them.
Local Media
Hurlock is home to a radio station called WAAI.
Notable People from Hurlock
- William N. Andrews: He was born in Hurlock on November 13, 1876. He later became a U.S. Representative for Maryland's 1st congressional district from 1919 to 1921.
See also
In Spanish: Hurlock (Maryland) para niños
