Smith Island, MD is an isolated community boasting a population of 74 people living on the Chesapeake Bay. The population density of Smith Island, which is 593 people per square mile, is much higher than the US average density of 93 people per square mile. There are plenty of businesses, outdoor activities, organizations, and sports events to enjoy in Smith Island. Visitors can take part in year-round outdoor activities such as fishing, crabbing, kayaking and hunting. For shopping, there are several local stores including the Smith Island Market and Bayside Grocery. Local organizations include the Smith Island Chapter of The Maryland Waterman’s Association and The Smith Island Cultural Center that organizes educational activities for visitors and residents alike. There are also sporting events throughout the year such as boat races and rowing races which attract many competitors from nearby communities.
The population in Smith Island (zip 21866) is 74. There are 602 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Smith Island (zip 21866) is 61, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Smith Island (zip 21866) is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Smith Island (zip 21866)
- 80.0% are married
- 0.0% are divorced
- 21.1% are married with children
- 0.0% have children, but are single
Race in Smith Island (zip 21866)
- 100.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander