Cultural Amenities & Places Of Worship

Enrich Your Experience: Cultural Offerings

St. Mary's County, Maryland is home to a diverse population with a variety of ethnicities, languages, and cultural traditions.

Ethnicity

  • The largest ethnic groups are White (Non-Hispanic), Black or African American (Non-Hispanic), and two+ (non-Hispanic)
  • The percentage of Hispanic/Latino people has been increasing
  • The percentage of foreign-born people is lower than the national average
  • There is also a large Indian community

Language

  • Most households in St. Mary's County speak English as their primary language
  • The accents of Southern Maryland reflect the area's rich cultural and historical heritage

Culture

  • The Amish Market in Charlotte Hall is a significant cultural focal point
  • St. Mary's County has a historic culture of Chesapeake Bay tidewater farming, fishing, and crabbing communities
  • St. Mary's College of Maryland has multicultural programs that celebrate and support diverse populations

Other demographics

  • 97.6% of residents in St. Mary's County are US citizens
  • The median age of residents is 37
  • The median household income is $113,668

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