Dorchester County is a county located in the U.S. state of Maryland. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 30,674 people, with a population density of about 54.97 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 558.00 square miles (1,445.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Cambridge, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Cambridge.
Geographically, Dorchester County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Hurlock 45 ft and its lowest point at Vienna 10 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.