Deal Island, MD is ranked #10 in Best Places to Live in Somerset County and #572 in Best Places to Live in Maryland. It has a total population of 1,706 people according to the most recent census data and the median household income is $45,819. The city offers a variety of activities and attractions for residents and visitors alike, including its annual Blessing of the Fleet Festival. The festival celebrates local seafood industries and traditions with boat races, an oyster shucking contest, live music, arts & crafts vendors, carnival rides, a beer garden, fireworks display and more. In addition to the Blessing of the Fleet Festival, Deal Island also boasts plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities such as fishing in Tangier Sound or canoeing on nearby Deal Creek. With its beautiful scenery and close proximity to larger cities like Salisbury or Ocean City, it's no wonder why Deal Island ranks so highly amongst other places to live in Somerset County as well as Maryland at large.
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