Mardela Springs, Maryland facts for kids
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Mardela Springs, Maryland
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Location of Mardela Springs, Maryland
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Maryland | ||
| County | Wicomico | ||
| Incorporated | 1906 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 0.41 sq mi (1.07 km2) | ||
| • Land | 0.41 sq mi (1.05 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 356 | ||
| • Density | 879.31/sq mi (339.13/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
21837
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| Area code(s) | 410, 443 | ||
| FIPS code | 24-50525 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 0590738 | ||
Mardela Springs is a small town located in Wicomico County, Maryland, United States. In 2020, about 356 people lived there. It is part of the larger Salisbury area, which includes parts of Maryland and Delaware.
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History of Mardela Springs
The land around Mardela Springs was once home to indigenous peoples (Native American tribes). Later, Europeans came to the area and started trading furs. In the 1800s, something special was discovered: mineral springs! These springs attracted many visitors who came to enjoy the water. A company even started bottling and selling the spring water. The town was officially formed in 1906.
Geography and Climate
Mardela Springs is located in Maryland at coordinates 38.460098 degrees North and -75.755785 degrees West.
Town Size and Land Area
The town covers a total area of about 1.07 square kilometers (0.41 square miles). Most of this area is land, with a very small amount of water.
Local Weather Patterns
The climate in Mardela Springs has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate.
Education in Mardela Springs
The town is home to the Mardela Middle and High School. This school serves students from middle school through high school. It has about 728 students. There are fifteen students for every teacher, which means teachers can give more attention to each student.
Population Information
The population of Mardela Springs has changed over the years. In 1930, there were 370 people. By 2020, the population was 357.
Population Details from 2010
According to the census from 2010, there were 347 people living in Mardela Springs. These people lived in 134 households, and 97 of these were families. The town had about 889 people per square mile.
Most of the people in 2010 were White (88.2%). There were also African American (6.9%), Asian (0.6%), and Pacific Islander (0.6%) residents. About 2.3% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the town was 37.9 years old. About 27.1% of residents were under 18. About 13% were 65 years old or older. The town had a nearly equal number of males (50.7%) and females (49.3%).
Notable People from Mardela Springs
- Erin Burnett, a well-known anchor for CNN news.
See also
In Spanish: Mardela Springs (Maryland) para niños
