Churchton Maryland Map

About Churchton, Maryland

Churchton is a locality in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,800. The population density is 120.0 people per km². Churchton is located at 38.8026°N, 76.5369°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20733.

Churchton exhales a quiet grace, a collection of homes and lives scattered across rolling terrain that slopes gently toward the Chesapeake Bay. It lies 10.4 miles south of Anne Arundel, MD (from Anne Arundel, MD: bearing 176°T), and is situated 9.2 miles south-south-west of Annapolis Neck. The air here carries the briny tang of the water, a constant, subtle reminder of the vast expanse that shapes the horizon. Ancient oaks, their limbs gnarled like weathered hands, stand sentinel over emerald fields, their shadows stretching long and languid in the afternoon sun. The landscape is a patchwork of verdant lawns, mature trees, and the occasional glimpse of a sail on the distant blue, a testament to the Chesapeake's enduring allure. Even the quietest street in Churchton hums with a soft, natural music, the rustle of leaves, the distant cry of gulls, and the murmur of conversations drifting from screened porches. The history of Churchton is inextricably linked to the fertile lands and the bountiful waters of the Chesapeake, a legacy that continues to shape its character and its economy. For generations, this area was defined by agriculture and fishing, and while those industries have evolved, their echoes can still be felt. The land, once primarily dedicated to crops like corn and tobacco, now supports a more diverse economy, with many residents commuting to larger centers while others find local employment in small businesses and services catering to the waterfront lifestyle. The presence of marinas and boatyards speaks to the enduring importance of the Bay, offering a livelihood and a cherished pastime. Churchton, with its unpretentious charm, remains a place where the rhythms of nature and the tides of human endeavor have long been in harmonious conversation.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Churchton, 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 Churchton and Anne Arundel County.

Detailed location data for Churchton includes the ZIP code (20733), telephone area code (301, 240), county seat of Anne Arundel County (Annapolis), and school district assignment. 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 Churchton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.