Newark, MD (21641) is a small town located in Cecil County on the Maryland Eastern Shore. This area has a population of 1,197 people and a population density of 40 people per square mile. Newark is known for its rich history, having been founded in 1787 by the Rousby family. The town still has many of its original buildings and businesses from the early days, including the Old Newark Inn and Bistro, which has been family-operated since it opened in 1790.
The area also offers plenty of outdoor activities year-round such as fishing, hunting, kayaking, canoeing and bird watching. There are several parks and wildlife areas nearby for residents to enjoy including Susquehanna State Park and Rock Run Hill Wildlife Management Area. For sports fans there are local events held throughout the year such as the annual Frisbee Golf Championship at Turkey Point Park each August, as well as youth league soccer and baseball organizations throughout the summer months.
The population in Newark (zip 21841) is 1,197. There are 39 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Newark (zip 21841) is 45.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Newark (zip 21841) is 3.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Newark (zip 21841)
- 46.1% are married
- 4.3% are divorced
- 28.7% are married with children
- 18.6% have children, but are single
Race in Newark (zip 21841)
- 68.5% are White
- 19.9% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 10.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander