ZIP Code 21861: Sharptown, Maryland
ZIP code 21861 covers part or all of Sharptown in Wicomico County, Maryland. Its reference point is at latitude 38.5389 and longitude -75.7192 (38°32'20.0"N 75°43'09.1"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 21861
21861 is the only ZIP code listed for Sharptown, MD in our directory.
Across Wicomico County there are 18 ZIP codes listed, and Maryland has 644 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 21837 in Mardela Springs, MD, about 3.8 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 21861 |
|---|---|
| City | Sharptown |
| County | Wicomico County |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| Latitude | 38.5389 |
| Longitude | -75.7192 |
| DMS | 38°32'20.0"N 75°43'09.1"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 21837 (Mardela Springs, 3.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 21861
Map centered on 38.5389, -75.7192. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Sharptown, MD
ZIP Codes Near 21861
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 21861, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 21861, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Mardela Springs, MD (3.8 mi south), Rhodesdale, MD (5.4 mi northwest) and Bethel, DE (5.5 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Mardela Springs, MD – 3.8 mi south
- Rhodesdale, MD – 5.4 mi northwest
- Bethel, DE – 5.5 mi east
- Laurel, DE – 8.5 mi east
- Delmar, DE – 8.9 mi southeast
- Vienna, MD – 9.3 mi southwest
- Seaford, DE – 9.4 mi northeast
- Hebron, MD – 9.5 mi south
- Hurlock, MD – 11 mi northwest
- Delmar, MD – 11 mi southeast
Schools Near Sharptown, MD
If you are moving to ZIP code 21861, check the school district serving Sharptown and Wicomico County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Mardela Springs and Rhodesdale can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 21861.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Sharptown, MD can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 21861 may also use facilities in nearby Mardela Springs, Rhodesdale and Bethel.
Shopping and Dining in Sharptown
For places to eat and shop near Sharptown, MD, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 21861.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Sharptown, Maryland can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 21861.
To research local history, try searching for Wicomico County records and archives along with the name Sharptown.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 21861, Mardela Springs lies about 3.8 mi to the south, Rhodesdale lies about 5.4 mi to the northwest, Bethel lies about 5.5 mi to the east, Laurel lies about 8.5 mi to the east and Delmar lies about 8.9 mi to the southeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Sharptown show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 21861
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