Pomfret, Maryland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pomfret, Maryland
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Census-designated place, unincorporated community
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St Joseph Catholic Church, in Pomfret, MD.
Built in 1849, founding of parish, 1763. |
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 Pomfret, Maryland
Location in Maryland
Pomfret, Maryland
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maryland |
| County | Charles |
| Government | |
| • Type | Unincorporated, Charles County administrates |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.74 sq mi (7.10 km2) |
| • Land | 2.74 sq mi (7.10 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 126 ft (38 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 514 |
| • Density | 187.59/sq mi (72.43/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
20675
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| FIPS code | 24-62675 |
| GNIS feature ID | 586631 |
Pomfret is a small community in Charles County, Maryland, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's a special area defined for gathering population data.
In 2020, about 514 people lived in Pomfret. The area has a long history, with its beginnings going back to at least 1666. There are five important historical places in Pomfret that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Pomfret is located in the middle of Charles County. You can find it on Marshall Corner Road, which is also part of Route 227. It's about a mile west of the College of Southern Maryland. Bennsville Park is also close by, about three-fifths of a mile south.
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People and Population
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Pomfret has stayed pretty similar over the years.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 517 | — | |
| 2020 | 514 | −0.6% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010 2020 |
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Who Lives in Pomfret?
Here's a look at the different groups of people who call Pomfret home, based on the 2020 US Census.
| Race / Ethnicity | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White alone (NH) | 186 | 161 | 35.98% | 31.32% |
| Black or African American alone (NH) | 260 | 244 | 50.29% | 47.47% |
| Native American or Alaska Native alone (NH) | 43 | 33 | 8.32% | 6.42% |
| Asian alone (NH) | 3 | 1 | 0.58% | 0.19% |
| Pacific Islander alone (NH) | 0 | 1 | 0.00% | 0.19% |
| Some Other Race alone (NH) | 0 | 2 | 0.00% | 0.39% |
| Mixed Race/Multi-Racial (NH) | 19 | 36 | 3.68% | 7.00% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6 | 36 | 1.16% | 7.00% |
| Total | 517 | 514 | 100.00% | 100.00% |
Note: The US Census counts people who are Hispanic/Latino as an ethnic group. This means they are listed separately from the racial categories, even though they can be of any race.
In 2020, about half of Pomfret's residents were Black or African American. Other groups included people of German, Hispanic or Latino, Native American, Irish, and Polish backgrounds. A small number of residents were Asian or Filipino.
About the Residents
- Age: Most people in Pomfret are 18 or older. About 65% of the population is 65 or older.
- Education: Many adults in Pomfret have a college degree. About 26.5% have a Bachelor's degree, and 18.2% have a graduate degree.
- Income: The average household income in Pomfret is about $99,096.
Education
Pomfret has a few schools nearby for students of different ages.
- Maurice J. McDonough High School: This high school is located at the southern end of the community, close to Maryland Route 225.
- The Robert E. Stethem Educational Center: This is a public school that offers a different learning style for students in grades 6 through 12.
- College of Southern Maryland: For those looking to continue their education after high school, this college is just one mile east of Pomfret.
Local History
A book called "History of Saint Joseph's Church, Pomfret, Maryland, 1763-1963 [200th anniversary]" was published in 1963. It was written by Hester Virginia Mudd and tells the story of a local church.
See also
In Spanish: Pomfret (Maryland) para niños
