Lewistown

Census-designated place in Frederick County, Maryland

Aerial view of Lewistown, Maryland
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Lewistown is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Frederick County, Maryland, with 458 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 427 ft (130 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Walkersville, 5.5 miles SE.

About Lewistown

Lewistown is a census designated place and unincorporated community in Frederick County, Maryland, United States. Lewistown Elementary school, part of Frederick County Public Schools, is located in Lewistown. The town, founded in 1841, has had a school since the 19th century. There is a large elderly population in the community. It first appeared as a CDP in the 2020 Census with a population of 458.

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Median household income
$98,523
Median home value
$326,100
Median age
37.6
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Lewistown, MD population

Lewistown had 458 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census458
Density716 per sq mi (276 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Lewistown at a glance

StateMaryland (MD)
CountyFrederick County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population458 (2020)
Land area0.64 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Water area0.01 sq mi (0.02 km²)
Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Coordinates39.5402° N, 77.4206° W
ZIP code21788
Census code (GEOID)2446650

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Lewistown

What county is Lewistown in?

Lewistown is in Frederick County, Maryland.

What is the population of Lewistown, MD?

458 people lived in Lewistown at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Lewistown, MD?

The ZIP code of Lewistown is 21788.

What is the elevation of Lewistown?

427 feet (130 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Lewistown?

Walkersville (5.5 mi), Thurmont (5.6 mi), Graceham (5.6 mi), Woodsboro (5.9 mi), Frederick (7.0 mi).

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