Easton is a city in Maryland with about 17,202 residents. Easton was founded in 1790 and sits in Talbot County. The median age is 45.6 and the median household income is $73,460. Homes carry a median value of $348,400, and about 60% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (67.5%). Around 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 23 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Source: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and state registries. Public record. This information is provided for public awareness. Using it to harass, threaten, or discriminate against any registrant, or for any purpose prohibited by law, is illegal. Verify against the official registry record before relying on it.
Common questions
Easton — frequently asked
What is the population of Easton, Maryland?
Easton has a population of about 17,202, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Easton?
The median home value in Easton is $348,400, and the median gross rent is $1,177/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Easton safe? What is the crime rate?
Easton Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 378 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Easton face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Talbot County as "Very Low" overall, with top hazards including coastal flooding, drought, heat wave.
How many schools are in Easton?
Easton has 3 public schools (1 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Easton?
Public registry data lists 3 registered sex offenders in or near Easton. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.