Cambridge, Maryland
Cambridge: city in Dorchester County, Maryland, United States
About
Cambridge is a city located in the county of Dorchester in the U.S. state of Maryland. Its population at the 2010 census was 12,326 and a population density of 368 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 12,213 inhabitants.
The city was created 233 years ago in 1792.
Quick Facts about Cambridge
| Population | 12,213 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Maryland (United States) |
| County | Dorchester County |
| Postal code | 21613 |
| Phone Area Codes | 410 |
| Area | 33.52 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.5632,-76.0788 |
| Altitude | 20 feet / 6 meters |
| Capital city | Cambridge is capital of Dorchester County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1793 (233 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 17:59:57 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 364 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.93% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 76℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Cambridge is located at 38°33'47"N 76°4'44"W (38.5631700, -76.0788300).
Cambridge map
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Weather
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7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Cambridge decreased by 0.93% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,326 | - | census |
| 2011 | 12,572 | 1.96% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 12,484 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 12,553 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 12,524 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 12,493 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 12,413 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 12,359 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 12,284 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 12,260 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 12,213 | -0.38% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Cambridge
1Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center
424 Race St, Cambridge, MD 21613, United States View details
Phone: +14102280401 | Website available
2Gerry Boyle Park
Somerset Ave, Cambridge, MD 21613, United States View details
Phone: +14102281955 | Website available
3Choptank River Lighthouse
100 High St, Cambridge, MD 21613, United States View details
Phone: +14104632653 | Website available
4Long Wharf Park
2 Yacht Club Dr, Cambridge, MD 21613, United States View details
5Site of Harriet Tubman Childhood Home
2978 Greenbrier Rd, Cambridge, MD 21613, United States View details
Website available
Services and Civic Places in Cambridge
1US Agricultural Department
501 Court Ln, Cambridge, MD 21613, United States View details
Phone: +14102285640 | Website available
People born in Cambridge (19)
People born in Cambridge, including writer John Barth, former President of Liberia Stephen Allen Benson, politician William Vans Murray, .
More notable people
- William Henry Hooper (United States Territorial Delegate from Utah) he was born in 25/12/1813
- Brice Worthington Goldsborough II (American civil servant) he was born in 17/08/1902
- Charles Wilson Dyson (officer) he was born in 02/01/1861
- George L. P. Radcliffe (American politician) he was born in 22/08/1877
- Raymond Chester (American football player) he was born in 28/06/1948
- Sheriff Robinson (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 08/09/1921
- Shirley Brannock Jones (United States federal judge) she was born in 29/06/1925
- T. L. Bayne (American football player and coach, baseball coach (1865-1934)) he was born in 25/07/1865
- Troy Brohawn (American baseball player) he was born in 14/01/1973
- Jake Flowers (American baseball player) he was born in 16/03/1902
- Darnell Clash (American-football player (1962-)) he was born in 18/06/1962
- Dick Doyle (American-football player (1930-2003)) he was born in 26/03/1930
- George Ernest Barnett (American economist) he was born in 03/03/1873
- Alexander Hamilton Bayly (American surgeon) he was born in 03/03/1814
- Mary Ellen Soles (American art historian) she was born in 02/08/1948
- Isaac Nevett Steele (American diplomat) he was born in 25/04/1809
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Cambridge, MD. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 162168 | Chesapeake College | Wye Mills (MD) | 21679-0008 |
Nearby Transit Stations (19)
Rail and bus stations connected to Cambridge, MD. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDE | Cambridge, Maryland | 100 Heron Boulevard | BUS |
| ESN | Easton Airport, Maryland | 29137 Newman Road | BUS |
| SLY | Salisbury, Maryland | 350 Cypress St. | BUS |
| KNT | Kent Island, MD | 3206 Main Street | BUS |
| SLS | Salisbury (BayRunner Shuttle), Maryland | 547E Riverside Drive | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Cambridge.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridg Post Office | Cambridge (MD) | 21613 |
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- Cambridge, Minnesota city in Minnesota, United States with a population of 2,514 people.
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- Cambridge, Pennsylvania township in Crawford County, Pennsylvania with a population of 1,470 people.
- Cambridge, Nebraska city in Nebraska, United States with a population of 999 people.
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- Cambridge, Maine town in Maine, United States with a population of 457 people.
- Cambridge, Idaho city in Idaho, United States with a population of 320 people.
- Cambridge, Kentucky city in Kentucky, United States with a population of 179 people.
- Cambridge, Wisconsin village in Jefferson and Dane counties in Wisconsin, United States with a population of 113 people.
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Other cities in Dorchester County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dorchester County , MD.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hurlock | 2,007 | Town of the United States |
| Secretary | 496 | Town in Maryland, USA |
| East New Market | 374 | Town of the United States |
| Vienna | 264 | Town in Maryland, US |
| Galestown | 135 | Town of the United States |
| Church Creek | 120 | Natural watercourse in Kent County, Maryland, United States of America |
| Brookview | 58 | Town of the United States |
| Eldorado | 57 | Town in Dorchester County, Maryland, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Cambridge distances to largest Maryland cities