63-536: Boonsboro is a town in Washington County, Maryland , United States, located at the foot of South Mountain . It nearly borders Frederick County and is proximate to the Antietam National Battlefield . The population was 3,779 at the 2020 census . Local lore asserts Boonsboro was founded by George Boone, a cousin of Daniel Boone , and was originally named "Margaretsville" after his wife. The town
126-600: A 90-acre (360,000 m) educational complex. It consists of the following schools: The current principal of Boonsboro High School is Michael Kuhaneck. The primary means of travel to and from Boonsboro is by road. Five main highways serve the town, with the most prominent of these being U.S. Route 40 Alternate . US 40 Alt follows Main Street through central Boonsboro, linking westward to Hagerstown and eastward to Frederick . In addition to US 40 Alt, Maryland Route 34 connects Boonsboro to Sharpsburg , Maryland Route 66 connects
189-507: A combined question and a MENA category, while also collecting additional detail to enable data disaggregation. The OMB states, "many federal programs are put into effect based on the race data obtained from the decennial census (i.e., promoting equal employment opportunities; assessing racial disparities in health and environmental risks). Race data is also critical for the basic research behind many policy decisions. States require this data to meet legislative redistricting requirements. The data
252-781: A detailed listing of elementary, middle, high, and other schools. Public high schools Private high schools 39°36′N 77°49′W / 39.60°N 77.81°W / 39.60; -77.81 White (U.S. Census) In the United States census , the US Census Bureau and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) define a set of self-identified categories of race and ethnicity chosen by residents, with which they most closely identify. Residents can indicate their origins alongside their race, and are asked specifically whether they are of Hispanic or Latino origin in
315-519: A person's origins considered in the census. Thus, in addition to their race or races, all respondents are categorized by membership in one of two ethnic categories, which are "Hispanic or Latino" and "Not Hispanic or Latino." However, the practice of separating "race" and "ethnicity" as different categories has been criticized both by the American Anthropological Association and members of US Commission on Civil Rights . In 1997,
378-520: A race. Enumerators were instructed that all people born in Mexico, or whose parents were born in Mexico, should be listed as Mexicans, and not under any other racial category. In prior censuses and in 1940, enumerators were instructed to list Mexican Americans as white, perhaps because some of them were of white background (mainly Spanish), many others mixed white and Native American and some of them Native American. The supplemental American Indian questionnaire
441-675: A separate question. The racial categories represent a social-political construct for the race or races that respondents consider themselves to be and, "generally reflect a social definition of race recognized in this country". The OMB defines the concept of race as outlined for the census to be not "scientific or anthropological", and takes into account "social and cultural characteristics as well as ancestry", using "appropriate scientific methodologies" that are not "primarily biological or genetic in reference." The race categories include both racial and national-origin groups. Race and ethnicity are considered separate and distinct identities, with
504-530: Is from the Indian subcontinent ) were counted as White. There was a questionnaire that was asked of only a sample of respondents. These questions were as follows: Questions on Spanish or Hispanic Origin or Descent Is this person's origin or descent? Mexican Puerto Rican Cuban Central American Other Spanish No, none of these This year added several options to the race question, including Vietnamese, Indian (East), Guamanian, Samoan, and re-added Aleut. Again,
567-727: Is known as the County Administrator. Currently, Kirk C. Downey serves as the Interim Administrator. However, Washington County's County Commissioners exercise executive powers as they exist in the government of the county. The County Commissioners in Washington County comprise the traditional form of county government in Maryland. Current members include: Terry Baker (Vice President), Randall Wagner, Cort Meinelschmidt, Jeffrey A. Cline (President), and Wayne K. Keefer. In 2000,
630-591: Is needed to monitor compliance with the Voting Rights Act by local jurisdictions". Data on ethnic groups are important for putting into effect a number of federal statutes (i.e., enforcing bilingual election rules under the Voting Rights Act and monitoring/enforcing equal employment opportunities under the Civil Rights Act ). Data on ethnic groups is also needed by local governments to run programs and meet legislative requirements (i.e., identifying segments of
693-650: Is water. Washington County is located in the Appalachian Mountains , stretching from the Ridge-and-Valley Country in the west to South Mountain in the east, which is an extension of the Blue Ridge . Much of the county lies in the broad Hagerstown Valley between these two zones; the valley is part of the Great Appalachian Valley that continues southward into Virginia and West Virginia as
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#1732844662725756-526: The 2010 United States Census , there were 147,430 people, 55,687 households, and 37,506 families residing in the county. The population density was 322.1 inhabitants per square mile (124.4/km ). There were 60,814 housing units at an average density of 132.8 per square mile (51.3/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 85.1% white, 9.6% black or African American, 1.4% Asian, 0.2% American Indian, 1.1% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 3.5% of
819-776: The Battle of South Mountain . Boonsboro lies on what used to be the National Road . Today it is known as either the Old National Pike or Alt-U.S. 40 . In Boonsboro it is Main Street. The route was originally established as a road improvement project in 1758 to shorten travel between Fredericktown and Fort Frederick during the Seven Years' War. The route began from the existing (old) road at today's Marker road, passed through Turner's Gap, Boonsboro and turned west along today's MD. Rt. 68 to Williamsport. The route from Boonsboro to Funkstown
882-668: The National Register of Historic Places . According to the United States Census Bureau , the town has a total area of 2.91 square miles (7.54 km), of which 2.90 square miles (7.51 km) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.03 km) is water. Boonsboro is the starting point for the JFK 50 mile race held every year in November. As of the census of 2010, there were 3,336 people, 1,237 households, and 879 families residing in
945-836: The Secretary of State , directed US Marshals to collect data from all 13 original states, and from the Southwest Territory . The census was not conducted in Vermont until 1791, after that state's admission to the Union as the 14th state on March 4 of that year. Some doubt surrounded the numbers, as President George Washington and Thomas Jefferson maintained the population was undercounted. The potential reasons Washington and Jefferson may have thought this could be refusal to participate, poor public transportation and roads, spread-out population, and restraints of current technology. No microdata from
1008-716: The Shenandoah Valley and northward into Pennsylvania as the Cumberland Valley . The county is bordered to the north by the Mason–Dixon line with Pennsylvania , to the south by the Potomac River and the states of Virginia and West Virginia , to the west by Sideling Hill Creek and Allegany County, Maryland , and to the east by Frederick County and South Mountain . As of the census of 2010, there were 147,430 people, 49,726 households, and 34,112 families residing in
1071-469: The US Constitution and applicable laws. The law required that every household be visited, that completed census schedules be posted in two of the most public places within each jurisdiction, remain for the inspection of all concerned, and that "the aggregate amount of each description of persons" for every district be transmitted to the president . The US Marshals were also responsible for governing
1134-417: The "Color or Race" question was slightly modified, removing the term "Mulatto". Also, there was an inclusion of an "Indian Population Schedule" in which "enumerators were instructed to use a special expanded questionnaire for American Indians living on reservations or in family groups off of reservations." This expanded version included the question "Fraction of person's lineage that is white." The 1910 census
1197-513: The 1790 population census are available, but aggregate data for small areas and their compatible cartographic boundary files, can be downloaded from the National Historical Geographic Information System . However, the categories of "Free white males" of 16 years and upward, including heads of families under 16 years, "Free white females", including heads of families, All other free persons, and "Slaves," existed in
1260-414: The 2000 and 2010 censuses. The following questions were asked of a sample of respondents for the 1990 census : The 1990 census was not designed to capture multiple racial responses, and when individuals marked the "other" race option and provided a multiple write-in. The response was assigned according to the race written first. "For example, a write-in of 'black-white' was assigned a code of 'black,' while
1323-464: The OMB built on the 1997 guidelines and suggested the addition of a Middle Eastern or North African (MENA) racial category and considered combining racial and ethnic categories into one question. In March 2024, the Office of Management and Budget published revisions to Statistical Policy Directive No. 15: Standards for Maintaining, Collecting, and Presenting Federal Data on Race and Ethnicity that included
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#17328446627251386-405: The OMB issued a Federal Register notice regarding revisions to the standards for the classification of federal data on race and ethnicity. The OMB developed race and ethnic standards in order to provide "consistent data on race and ethnicity throughout the federal government ". The development of the data standards stem in large measure from new responsibilities to enforce civil rights laws. Among
1449-450: The Town. In Boonsboro, from 1831 through 1939, Mayors (originally called Burgesses) were elected annually. From 1940 through 1975, they served two-year terms. Since 1976, Mayors have been chosen for four-year terms, except for the previous mayor, who had been in office from 1988 through 2016. Boonsboro's current mayor is Howard W. Long . Previous Mayors include: Boonsboro is served by
1512-403: The average family size was 3.04. In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.5% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 20.3% from 45 to 64, and 19.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.5 males. The median income for a household in the town
1575-418: The census form. In 1800 and 1810, the age question regarding free white males was more detailed with five cohorts and included All other free persons, except "Indians not taxed", and "Slaves". The 1820 census built on the questions asked in 1810 by asking age questions about slaves. Also the term "colored" entered the census nomenclature. In addition, a question stating "Number of foreigners not naturalized"
1638-418: The census. About one-third of the original census data has been lost or destroyed since documentation. The data was lost in 1790–1830, and included data from Connecticut , Delaware , Georgia , Maine , Maryland , Massachusetts , New Hampshire , New Jersey , New York , North Carolina , Pennsylvania , Rhode Island , South Carolina , Vermont , and Virginia . However, the census was proven factual and
1701-483: The changes, The OMB issued the instruction to "mark one or more races" after noting evidence of increasing numbers of mixed-race children and wanting to record diversity in a measurable way after having received requests by people who wanted to be able to acknowledge theirs and their children's full ancestry, rather than identifying with only one group. Prior to this decision, the census and other government data collections asked people to report singular races. As of 2023,
1764-811: The county was a consistent bellwether for all Presidential elections. Washington County is represented by two senators in the Maryland State Senate . Member Mike McKay (R), serves the 1st district in Maryland and Paul D. Corderman (R), serves in the 2nd district. The county also is represented in Maryland General Assembly ’s other primary division, the Maryland House of Delegates . Delegates who stand for Washington County include: Terry Baker (R) for District 1C, William Valentine (R) and William J. Wivell (R) for District 2A and Brooke Grossman (D) for District 2B. Washington County’s “leader”
1827-405: The county. The population density was 315 inhabitants per square mile (122/km ). There were 52,972 housing units at an average density of 116 per square mile (45/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 89.71% White or Caucasian , 7.77% Black or African American , 0.18% Native American , 0.80% Asian , 0.04% Pacific Islander , 0.46% from other races , and 1.04% from two or more races. 1.19% of
1890-630: The decision and make sure the federal government treated Hispanics as white. The State Department, the Census Bureau, the Labor Department, and other government agencies therefore made sure to uniformly classify people of Mexican descent as white. This policy encouraged the League of United Latin American Citizens in its quest to minimize discrimination by asserting their whiteness. The 1940 census
1953-536: The design of the population questionnaire. Residents were still listed individually, but a new questionnaire sheet was used for each family. Additionally, this was the first year that the census distinguished among different Asian ethnic groups, such as Japanese and Chinese , due to increased immigration. This census also marked the beginning of the term "race" in the questionnaires. Enumerators were instructed to write "White", "Black", "Mulatto", " Quadroon ", "Octoroon", "Chinese", "Japanese", or " Indian ". During 1900,
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2016-456: The existence of most of this data can be confirmed in many secondary sources pertaining to the first census. Census data included the name of the head of the family and categorized inhabitants as: free white males at least 16 years of age (to assess the country's industrial and military potential), free white males under 16 years of age, free white females, all other free persons (reported by sex and color), and slaves . Thomas Jefferson , then
2079-545: The following census-designated places in the county: The county is located within Maryland's 6th congressional district . The representative of the district currently is David Trone (D). Like most of Appalachia , German -influenced and Unionist Western Maryland , Washington County is solidly Republican. The last Democrat to carry Washington County at a Presidential level was Lyndon Johnson during his 1964 landslide win over Barry Goldwater , although between 1888 and 1940
2142-432: The following were the major employers in the county (excluding post offices , state government, and local governments, but including public institutions of higher education ): Washington County is top in the state for commercial production of fruits , tree nuts , and berries . Washington County Public Schools administers public schools in the county. See Washington County Public Schools – School Directory for
2205-480: The free inhabitants schedule about color was a column that was to be left blank if a person were white, marked "B" if a person were black, and marked "M" if a person were mulatto . Slaves were listed by owner, and classified by gender and age, not individually, and the question about color was a column that was to be marked with a "B" if the slave were black and an "M" if mulatto. For 1890, the Census Office changed
2268-518: The median income for a household in the county was $ 40,617, and the median income for a family was $ 48,962. Males had a median income of $ 34,917 versus $ 24,524 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 20,062. About 7.00% of families and 9.50% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.30% of those under age 18 and 9.50% of those age 65 or over. According to the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development ,
2331-485: The population were Hispanic or Latino of any race, 32.1% identified as being of German ancestry, 21.4% American, 8.8% Irish, and 8.4% English ancestry. There were 49,726 households, out of which 31.30% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.00% were married couples living together, 10.70% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.40% were non-families. 26.00% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.10% had someone living alone who
2394-652: The population who may not be receiving medical services under the Public Health Service Act ; evaluating whether financial institutions are meeting the credit needs of minority populations under the Community Reinvestment Act ). The 1790 United States census was the first census in the history of the United States. The population of the United States was recorded as 3,929,214 as of Census Day, August 2, 1790, as mandated by Article I, Section 2 of
2457-407: The population. There were 1,068 households, out of which 34.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.2% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.3% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and
2520-442: The population. There were 1,237 households, of which 37.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.8% were married couples living together, 10.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.9% were non-families. 24.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size
2583-447: The population. In terms of ancestry, 31.7% were German , 14.1% were Irish , 9.8% were English , 8.5% were American , and 5.1% were Italian . Of the 55,687 households, 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.6% were married couples living together, 12.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 32.6% were non-families, and 26.6% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size
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2646-451: The race of interracial persons. A person with both white and black ancestry (termed "blood") was to be recorded as "Negro", no matter the fraction of that lineage (the " one-drop rule "). A person of mixed black and American Indian ancestry was also to be recorded as "Neg" (for "Negro") unless they were considered to be "predominantly" American Indian and accepted as such within the community. A person with both white and American Indian ancestry
2709-507: The racial question, and also removed Hindu and Korean from the race choices. The 1960 census re-added the word "color" to the racial question, and changed "Indian" to "American Indian", as well as adding Hawaiian, Part-Hawaiian, Aleut, and Eskimo. The "Other (print out race)" option was removed. This year's census included "Negro or Black", re-added Korean and the Other race option. East Indians (the term used at that time for people whose ancestry
2772-631: 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 . The western portions of the Province of Maryland (including present Washington County) were incorporated into Prince George's County in 1696. This original county included six current counties. The first to be created
2835-639: The state. 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
2898-427: The term "color" was removed from the racial question, and the following questions were asked of a sample of respondents: Questions on Spanish or Hispanic Origin or Descent Is this person of Spanish/Hispanic origin or descent? No, not Spanish/Hispanic Yes, Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano Yes, Puerto Rican Yes, Cuban Yes, other Spanish/Hispanic The racial categories in this year are as they appear in
2961-486: The town to Interstate 70 , Maryland Route 67 connects it to U.S. Route 340 , and Maryland Route 68 links to Interstate 81 and Williamsport . Washington County, Maryland Washington County is a county located in the U.S. state of Maryland . The population was 154,705 as of the 2020 census . Its county seat and largest city is Hagerstown . The county is part of the Western Maryland region of
3024-419: The town. The population density was 1,150.3 inhabitants per square mile (444.1/km). There were 1,327 housing units at an average density of 457.6 per square mile (176.7/km). The racial makeup of the town was 95.4% White , 2.1% African American , 0.1% Native American , 1.0% Asian , 0.1% Pacific Islander , 0.5% from other races , and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of
3087-425: The town. The population density was 1,851.0 inhabitants per square mile (714.7/km). There were 1,109 housing units at an average density of 732.3 per square mile (282.7/km). The racial makeup of the town was 98.04% White , 0.75% African American , 0.11% Native American , 0.18% Asian , 0.04% Pacific Islander , 0.14% from other races , and 0.75% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.75% of
3150-640: Was Frederick , separated from Prince George's County in 1748. Following independence , the sovereign State of Maryland formed Washington County on September 6, 1776, by the division of Frederick County . At the same time, a portion of Frederick County became part of the newly created Montgomery County along with portions from Prince George's County and Charles' County, and was named for General Richard Montgomery . Washington County as created included land later to become Allegany County (created in 1789) and Garrett County (included in Allegany County when it
3213-414: Was $ 40,476, and the median income for a family was $ 48,155. Males had a median income of $ 37,683 versus $ 25,673 for females. The per capita income for the town was $ 19,430. About 7.8% of families and 7.9% of the population were below the poverty line , including 6.4% of those under age 18 and 14.1% of those age 65 or over. Boonsboro has a seven-member Town Council, which serves as the legislative body of
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#17328446627253276-489: Was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.01. The median age was 39.7 years. The median income for a household in the county was $ 52,994 and the median income for a family was $ 65,811. Males had a median income of $ 47,622 versus $ 34,225 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 26,588. About 7.7% of families and 10.4% of the population were below the poverty line , including 14.1% of those under age 18 and 8.8% of those age 65 or over. The Census Bureau recognizes
3339-433: Was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.06. The median age in the town was 40.8 years. 24.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.1% were from 25 to 44; 26.6% were from 45 to 64; and 16.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 46.6% male and 53.4% female. As of the census of 2000, there were 2,803 people, 1,068 households, and 723 families residing in
3402-444: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.96. In the county, the population was spread out, with 23.40% under the age of 18, 8.10% from 18 to 24, 31.30% from 25 to 44, 23.00% from 45 to 64, and 14.20% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.50 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.00 males. As of
3465-443: Was back, but in abbreviated form. It featured a question asking if the person was of full or mixed American Indian ancestry. President Franklin D. Roosevelt promoted a Good Neighbor policy that sought better relations with Mexico. In 1935, a federal judge ruled that three Mexican immigrants were ineligible for citizenship because they were not white, as required by federal law. Mexico protested, and Roosevelt decided to circumvent
3528-445: Was created in 1789, but separated from Allegany County in 1872). Washington County thus originally included the entire western part of the state. A number of properties in the county are listed on the National Register of Historic Places . According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 467 square miles (1,210 km ), of which 458 square miles (1,190 km ) is land and 9.6 square miles (25 km ) (2.0%)
3591-423: Was included. In the 1830 census, a new question, which stated, "The number of White persons who were foreigners not naturalized" was included. The 1850 census had a dramatic shift in the way information about residents was collected. For the first time, free persons were listed individually instead of by head of household. Two questionnaires were used - one for free inhabitants and one for slaves. The question on
3654-521: Was incorporated as Boonesborough in 1831. Local newspapers and villagers preferred the name Boonsboro. The former name was used on some documents as late as 1903. Boonsboro was a key town during the American Civil War . Two battles were fought in its present borders. The town was also used to keep wounded soldiers after the Battle of Antietam in September 1862. Southeast of the town was the site of
3717-628: Was later adopted as part of the National Turnpike route. The town suffered a fire at the former Asaro's (its successor Vesta moved to the building across) in 2007, and a fire at the former inn in 2008. That fire completely gutted the inn, which was on the verge of being renovated and reopened. The Inn BoonsBoro finally opened a year later; it is owned by best-selling romance novelist Nora Roberts . The Boonsboro Historic District , Bowman House , Ingram-Schipper Farm , Keedy House , St. Mark's Episcopal Church , and Washington Monument are listed on
3780-421: Was similar to 1910, but excluded a separate schedule for American Indians. "Hin", "Kor", and "Fil" were also added to the "Color or Race" question, signifying Hindu (Asian Indian), Korean, and Filipino, respectively. The biggest change in this census was in racial classification. Enumerators were instructed to no longer use the "Mulatto" classification. Instead, they were given special instructions for reporting
3843-527: Was similar to that of 1900, but it included a reinsertion of "Mulatto" and a question about the "mother tongue" of foreign-born individuals and individuals with foreign-born parents. "Ot" was also added to signify "other races", with space for a race to be written in. This decade's version of the Indian Population Schedule featured questions asking the individual's proportion of white, black, or American Indian lineage. The 1920 census questionnaire
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#17328446627253906-415: Was the first to include separate population and housing questionnaires. The race category of "Mexican" was eliminated in 1940, and the population of Mexican descent was counted with the white population. 1940 census data was used for Japanese American internment . The Census Bureau's role was denied for decades, but was finally proven in 2007. The 1950 census questionnaire removed the word "color" from
3969-410: Was to be recorded as American Indian, unless their Indigenous ancestry was small, and they were accepted as white within the community. In all situations in which a person had white and some other racial ancestry, they were to be reported as that other race. People who had minority interracial ancestry were to be reported as the race of their father. For the first and only time, "Mexican" was listed as
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