Kent County, County administrative division in Maryland Eastern Shore, United States.
Kent County spans across the eastern region of Maryland with Chestertown as its capital, situated at an elevation of 19 meters above sea level.
The Maryland General Assembly established Kent County in 1642, marking it as one of the earliest administrative regions in the colonial territory.
The county maintains five incorporated municipalities including Chestertown, Galena, Millington, Rock Hall, and Betterton, each preserving small-town traditions.
Residents access essential services through the Department of Social Services, which provides utility assistance, emergency grants, and food security programs.
The Delmarva Community Transit system connects the entire county, enabling residents to travel between different municipalities and access central services.
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: May 27, 2025 08:57
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