Willards, MD, is a small town located in the Delmarva Peninsula just 8 miles from the state border in Delaware. This quiet, rural town is a transportation center for the agricultural "Delmarva" peninsula. The area includes parts of Delaware, eastern Maryland and part of Virginia. Its pleasant weather and low cost of living make it a great place to raise a family or start a small business.
The median age in Willards, MD is 37. It is approximately the same age for native-born residents as it is for foreign-born citizens. In 2020, the median income for households in Willards was $47,461, an increase of 2.71% from the previous year. The three largest job groups in the area are Sales & Related Occupations, Office & Administrative Support Occupations, and Construction & Extraction Occupations.
Willards is located in Wicomico County and has a population of 958 at the 2010 census. It has a low population density at 321 per square mile. The population is expected to grow by 1% by 2020. Its ZIP code is 21874.
Willard was originally named Chicago Junction, which was actually the same town. The first track in the town was laid in 1884. By the turn of the century, the Chicago Junction had expanded to become the city of Willard. In fact, the city was officially incorporated as Willard in 1960.