Chesapeake Beach Public RecordsMaryland

Chesapeake Beach, located in Calvert County, Maryland, has a 2022 estimated population of about 6,160. The median age is 37.9 years. The population is approximately 50.7% female and 49.3% male. Racially, Chesapeake Beach is about 78% White, 13% Black or African American, 2.5% Asian, 4.8% Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 1.7% two or more races.

Chesapeake Beach, Calvert County, MD, offers a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and waterfront properties. The median home value is around $424,000 as of early 2024, with median rent approximately $2,200/month. About 75% of residents are homeowners, while 25% rent. Popular neighborhoods include Richfield Station and Bayview Hills. Home values have risen roughly 6% year-over-year. Property tax rates average 1.02%, resulting in an annual tax bill of about $4,325 for a median priced home. The area is known for its family-friendly environment and proximity to the Chesapeake Bay.

Chesapeake Beach, Calvert County, MD, hosts several schools within the Calvert County Public Schools district. Windy Hill Middle and Elementary serve local students, with Northern High School (ranked 7/10 by GreatSchools) nearby. Over 93% of adults have a high school diploma, while around 33% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools offer AP and STEM programs, with a strong record of safety and low incident rates. Adult education is available via regional community colleges. The area provides 4 primary/secondary schools, all scoring above state average in test performance.

Chesapeake Beach, Calvert County, MD, is largely car-dependent, with about 90% of commuters driving alone and less than 1% using public transit (2022 ACS). The average one-way commute is approximately 44 minutes—longer than the national average. Most households own two vehicles. Public transportation is limited, primarily served by Calvert County Public Transportation bus routes. The main transportation infrastructure includes MD Routes 261 and 260, connecting residents to employment hubs in Washington, D.C. (about 35 miles away) and nearby Calvert and Anne Arundel counties. Carpooling and telecommuting rates are around 5–8%.

Chesapeake Beach, Calvert County, MD, lacks a hospital within city limits; residents rely on CalvertHealth Medical Center (59 beds) in nearby Prince Frederick, ~13 miles away. Several clinics, including CalvertHealth Primary Care, serve local needs. Approximately 92% of Calvert County residents have health insurance. The city's population is about 6,000, primarily White (85%), with median age 39. Common health issues include hypertension, diabetes, and obesity, mirroring county rates—34% of adults are obese. Healthcare access is moderate; physician-to-resident ratio in Calvert County stands at 76 per 100,000, below Maryland’s average (128 per 100,000).