Charles County, MD

Community Overview

Named one of America's Best Places to Live by Livability.com

A pleasant visit to Charles County can interest any history buff, since the community was established way back in 1658. It is home to landmarks such as St. Ignatius Church, which was founded in 1641 and is the nation’s oldest active Catholic parish; and Christ Episcopal Church, which has been in existence since 1683. Meanwhile, the county is modern in business, with a strong technology sector, international companies, advanced agriculture and tourism. Charles County is also situated along the Chesapeake Bay and its abundant catches of blue crabs.

Population
County Population: 140,444
City Population: 8,739 La Plata

Detailed Demographics Infomation

Climate
July High Temperature: 85 degrees F
January Low Temperature: 26 degrees F

Summers in Charles County are generally hot and humid with occasional thunderstorms. Winters are generally mild with variable precipitation.

Schools
In addition to the Charles County Public School system, there are 15 private schools in the county. There are more than 200 educational partnerships between the schools, businesses, individuals and groups. Several major universities are within an easy commute of the County, and satellite courses are offered at many locations throughout Southern Maryland. In the Baltimore-Washington area, there are approximately 65 accredited institutions of higher education.

Education Statistics

Health Care
Charles County offers state-of-the-art health care and an extensive selection of physicians, specialists, and medical facilities serves its residents. Civista Health is a system of health care services throughout Charles County, including Civista Medical Center, a 131-bed facility featuring a cutting-edge cardiac-care wing and a modern birthing center.

Neighborhoods
Charles County offers housing options to suit any budget, including deluxe apartments, roomy townhouses, regal single family homes and waterfront estates.

Average Home Prices and Rent Payments

Business Climate
Although agriculture remains an important part of the local economy, Charles County has a diverse private sector, with strong technology, international business and tourism sectors.

Workforce and Labor Statistcs

Culture
Charles County is a community that respects heritage while welcoming and celebrating the diversity of new residents. We are blessed with a natural environment that still includes beautiful open spaces, rural areas, wildlife and wildlife habitats, scenic rivers and waterfront vistas.

Local Attractions

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