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Halfway, MD

Halfway is a census-designated place (CDP) in Washington County, Maryland, United States. The population was 11,896 at the 2020 census. It is named due to its location, which is halfway between Hagerstown and Williamsport. As a major suburb of Hagerstown, Halfway is part of the Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV, Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Washington County is a county located in the western part of the U.S. state of Maryland. As of the 2020 census, the population was 154,705. The county seat is Hagerstown. The county is part of the Western Maryland region of the state, where it holds the highest population.

Washington County was the first county in the United States to be named for the Revolutionary War general (and later President) George Washington. Washington County is one of three Maryland counties recognized by the Appalachian Regional Commission as being part of Appalachia. The county borders southern Pennsylvania to the north, Northern Virginia to the south and the Martinsburg Panhandle of West Virginia to the south and west. Washington County is included in the Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is also included in the Washington-Baltimore-Arlington, DC-MD-VA-WV-PA Combined Statistical Area.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.7 square miles (12 km²), all land. The median income for a household in the CDP was $41,892, and the median income for a family was $51,143. Males had a median income of $36,847 versus $26,008 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $21,518. About 4.3% of families and 5.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.7% of those under age 18 and 5.0% of those age 65 or over.

Halfway places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Meritus Medical Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Those looking for family-oriented activities can visit Washington County Recreation Department which offers various sports and fitness programs. At Westminster Family Fitness Center, you can engage in personalized fitness programs designed to improve your overall health. Yoga Bliss provides yoga classes for all levels, promoting flexibility and mental well-being. Mindful Nutrition Counseling helps individuals create balanced diets tailored to their health goals. If you're interested in alternative therapies, Healing Touch Chiropractic offers chiropractic care and acupuncture. Active Life Physical Therapy provides rehabilitation services to help you recover from injuries and improve mobility. Amata Meditation Center offers guided meditation sessions to help reduce stress and increase mindfulness. 

Top sites in Halfway MD: Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum, Sky Zone Trampoline Park, Martin “Marty” L. Snook Memorial Park.

ZIP code: 21734. Area code: 240. Elevation:604 ft (184 m). Area: 4.55 sq mi (11.78 km²). Population: 11,896 (2020).

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Is Halfway, MD a town or a city?

Halfway is a census-designated place (CDP) in Washington County, Maryland, United States. The population was 11,896 at the 2020 census. It is named due to its location, which is Halfway Between Hagerstown and Williamsport. As a major suburb of Halfway is part of the Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV, Metropolitan Statistical Area.

What are the demographics of Halfway, MD?

Halfway is a city located in Washington County Maryland. Halfway has a 2024 population of 10,145. Halfway is currently declining at a rate of -0.37% annually and its population has decreased by -6.1% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 10,804 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Halfway was: White: 87.21%, Two or more races: 8.85%, Black or African American: 1.59%, Asian: 1.14%, Other race: 0.67%, Native American: 0.53%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%.

Is Halfway, MD a good place to live?

Halfway is in Washington County. Living in Halfway offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Halfway there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Halfway and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Halfway are above average.

Sources

Washington County

Wikipedia

Niche

World Population Review

Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Martin “Marty” L. Snook Memorial Park

Meritus Medical Center

Washington County Recreation Department

Westminster Family Fitness Center

Yoga Bliss

Mindful Nutrition Counseling

Healing Touch Chiropractic

Active Life Physical Therapy

Amata Meditation Center

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