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Fruitland Maryland Map

Explore Fruitland, Maryland, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Fruitland, Maryland

How to Use This Fruitland, Maryland Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Fruitland, Maryland. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Maryland or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Fruitland.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Fruitland
State	Maryland (MD)
County	Wicomico County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	38.322063
Longitude	-75.620203
Population	5,534
Density	554.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	21826
Area Code	410, 443
County Seat	Salisbury
School District	Wicomico County Public Schools

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About Fruitland, Maryland

Fruitland is a locality in Wicomico County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,534. The population density is 554.3 people per km². Fruitland is located at 38.3221°N, 75.6202°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Fruitland is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 21826.

Fruitland occupies a level expanse of land defined by the quiet passage of Sharps Creek as it winds through the local terrain. It lies 2.9 miles south-southwest of Salisbury, MD (from Salisbury, MD: bearing 203°T), and is situated 9.5 miles south-southwest of Delmar. The landscape surrounding Fruitland consists of flat, fertile earth that stretches toward the horizon, punctuated by dense stands of timber and open fields. Four miles to the west, Backbone Hill rises slightly above the surrounding plains, providing a subtle break in the otherwise uniform elevation. Residents often look toward the Chesapeake Forest Lands, which lie just two miles away, to observe the changing colors of the canopy throughout the seasons. The air here holds a stillness that gathers in the low spots, particularly as the sun begins to fade behind the distant tree lines.

Fruitland emerged as a center for agricultural exchange, drawing its strength from the productivity of the surrounding soil. Early commerce relied heavily on the transit of goods through the region, establishing an economy that favored the steady movement of crops and local produce. While modern industries have diversified the local landscape, the primary character of the economy remains tied to the industrious spirit of its foundational years. The proximity to Johnson Pond, located four miles away, reflects the importance of managed water resources in supporting the area's growth and stability over time. Today, the local economy supports a mix of professional services and small-scale enterprise, maintaining a balance between historical practices and contemporary needs.

The character of Fruitland is defined by a quiet, persistent rhythm that governs the daily lives of those who dwell there. Community life often centers on public gatherings and local traditions that reflect a shared history, even as the demographic composition of the area shifts and evolves. The influence of the Wicomico State Forest, ten miles away, encourages a deep appreciation for the natural woodlands that frame the outer edges of the region. While few individuals of global fame claim this specific soil as their primary origin, the people of Fruitland cultivate a distinct sense of place through their ongoing commitment to civic life. Visitors and residents alike recognize the town for its straightforward approach to growth, favoring steady development over sudden transformation. The atmosphere remains grounded, defined by the simple intersection of local roads and the enduring presence of the landscape.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Chesapeake Forest Lands (State Resource Management Area) — 1.7 mi, 161° S
Sammy the Seagull (Public Artwork) — 1.8 mi, 027° NE
Salisbury University Richard A. Henson School of Science & Technology Planetarium (Museum) — 1.8 mi, 026° NE
Theatre and Web Development House (Theatre) — 1.9 mi, 019° N
West Salisbury Little League Park (Local Recreation) — 2.5 mi, 351° N
Lp5014 (Local Park) — 3.1 mi, 058° NE
Salisbury Zoological Park (Local Park) — 3.3 mi, 027° NE
Nassawango Creek Preserve (Conservation Area) — 6.0 mi, 090° E
Naylor Mill Forest Trail (Attraction) — 6.5 mi, 014° N
Johnson Wma (State Conservation Area) — 6.5 mi, 100° E
Chesapeake Fire Museum (Museum) — 7.1 mi, 335° NW
Pocomoke River Sf (State Resource Management Area) — 7.6 mi, 146° SE
Deal Island Wma (State Conservation Area) — 11.2 mi, 237° SW
Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve - Maryland (Marine Protected Area) — 11.2 mi, 237° SW
Trap Pond State Park (State Park) — 12.4 mi, 031° NE
Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 12.8 mi, 312° NW · 96k acres
Military Exhib Site (Registered Battlefield) — 16.8 mi, 009° N
Bethel Church (Monument) — 16.9 mi, 058° NE
Pocomoke Fair Grounds (Theme Park) — 17.9 mi, 171° S
Lockheed T-33 (Attraction) — 18.1 mi, 167° S
The Mermaid Museum (Museum) — 21.7 mi, 089° E
Louis H. Taylor Stadium (Stadium) — 23.4 mi, 087° E
Nature Center (Museum) — 24.8 mi, 210° SW
Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 25.0 mi, 081° E
East New Market Heritage Museum (Museum) — 25.3 mi, 319° NW
Assateague Island National Seashore (National Lakeshore) — 25.4 mi, 126° SE · 96k acres
Eagle Nest (Attraction) — 26.4 mi, 287° W
Eagle Nesting Site (Viewpoint) — 26.8 mi, 287° W
Makemie Monument (Monument) — 26.9 mi, 182° S
Freak Out (Attraction) — 28.8 mi, 089° E

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