Preston, Maryland
Preston: Human settlement in Caroline County, Maryland, United States of America
About
Preston is a city located in the county of Caroline in the U.S. state of Maryland. Its population at the 2010 census was 719 and a population density of 509 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 700 inhabitants.
The city was created 133 years ago in 1891.
Quick Facts about Preston
| Population : | 700 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Maryland (United States) |
| County : | Caroline County |
| Postal code : | 21655 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 410 |
| Area : | 1.41 km2 |
| Altitude : | 46 feet / 14 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1892 (133 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 12:13:47 (1st July 2025) |
| Density : | 496 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -2.71% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Preston is located at 38°42'45"N 75°54'36"W (38.7126200, -75.9099400).
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- Official Website
Official website of Preston
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Preston decreased by 2.71% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 719 | - | census |
| 2011 | 716 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 708 | -1.13% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 705 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 700 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 699 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 704 | 0.71% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 704 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 704 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 703 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 700 | -0.43% | estimation process |
People born in Preston (1)
American fashion model Jean Patchett was born in Preston
Schools in Preston
College & universities near Preston, MD
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 162168 | Chesapeake College | Wye Mills (MD) | 21679-0008 |
Stations (19)
Amtrak & bus stations near Preston, MD
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESN | Easton Airport, Maryland | 29137 Newman Road | BUS |
| CDE | Cambridge, Maryland | 100 Heron Boulevard | BUS |
| KNT | Kent Island, MD | 3206 Main Street | BUS |
| SLY | Salisbury, Maryland | 350 Cypress St. | BUS |
| SLS | Salisbury (BayRunner Shuttle), Maryland | 547E Riverside Drive | BUS |
Post offices near Preston
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Preston Post Office | Preston (MD) | 21655 |
Other cities in Caroline County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Caroline County , MD.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Denton | 4,538 | Town in Maryland, United States |
| Boonsboro | 3,655 | Town in Washington County, Maryland, United States |
| Federalsburg | 2,658 | Town of the United States |
| Greensboro | 1,878 | Town located on the banks of the Choptank River in Caroline County, Maryland |
| Ridgely | 1,655 | Town in Maryland, United States |
| Goldsboro | 233 | Town of the United States |
| Hillsboro | 156 | Town in Maryland, United States |
| Henderson | 143 | Town in Caroline County, Maryland, United States |
| Marydel | 136 | Town of the United States |
| Templeville | 116 | Town in Maryland, United States |
