Kent County

Kent County is an administrative area on Maryland's Eastern Shore, with Chestertown serving as its main town. The landscape is flat and characterized by rural settings, small communities, and waterways that shape the region.

The area was founded in 1642 as one of the earliest colonial administrative regions in the territory. Over the centuries, it developed into a rural center focused on farming and water-based commerce.

The county is made up of small towns like Chestertown, Galena, and Rock Hall, each reflecting rural traditions and ways of life. People gather in local shops and public spaces, keeping community bonds and local customs alive in their daily routines.

The area is sparsely populated with public services centered in the towns. Getting around is easiest by car since distances between communities are spread out and public transit is limited.

The region was historically a key port for merchant sailors and watermen who traded along the rivers. This maritime heritage remains visible today in waterfront towns like Rock Hall, where boats and water-based work are still part of daily life.

Location: Maryland

Inception: 1642

Capital city: Chestertown

Elevation above the sea: 19 m

Part of: Eastern Shore of Maryland

Shares border with: Cecil County, New Castle County, Kent County, Queen Anne's County, Anne Arundel County, Harford County, Baltimore County

Website: https://kentcounty.com

GPS coordinates: 39.23000,-76.10000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:23