Cecilton Maryland Map

About Cecilton, Maryland

Cecilton is a locality in Cecil County, Maryland, United States. It is a small community with a population of 820. The population density is 689.4 people per km². Cecilton is located at 39.4040°N, 75.8674°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 21913.

Cecilton unfolds across the gentle slopes and fertile fields of Maryland's Upper Eastern Shore. It lies 12.5 miles south-south-east of Cecil, MD (from Cecil, MD: bearing 160°T), and is situated 8.7 miles west-south-west of Middletown. The land here breathes a quiet resilience, a landscape of cultivated fields that give way to the dappled shade of mature woodlands, their branches reaching towards a sky that often boasts a soft, diffused light, especially as the day begins to wane. The air carries the faint, earthy scent of turned soil and, closer to the Chesapeake Bay's tributaries, the subtle tang of brackish water. The character of Cecilton is one of understated permanence, a place where the seasons mark the passage of time as surely as any clock, and where the horizon stretches wide, inviting contemplation. The history of Cecilton is deeply entwined with the agricultural bounty of Cecil County, a legacy that has shaped its economy and character for generations. Once a hub for the processing and shipping of local produce, the town retains echoes of that industrious past in its architecture and the enduring spirit of its residents. While farming remains a vital thread, the economic fabric of Cecilton has diversified, with small businesses and a growing appreciation for its proximity to larger centers providing a steady hum of activity. Nearby waterways, like the Bohemia River, once crucial for trade, now offer opportunities for recreation, a gentle reminder of the region's historical relationship with water, a relationship that continues to define the unique charm of Cecilton.

About This Cecilton Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Cecilton, Maryland with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Cecilton and Cecil County.

Detailed location data for Cecilton includes the ZIP code (21913), telephone area code (410, 443), county seat of Cecil County (Elkton), and school district assignment (Cecil County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Cecilton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.