🏡 About Wicomico County
Wicomico County is the commercial and medical hub of Maryland's Eastern Shore — anchored by Salisbury, the Shore's largest city and home to Salisbury University, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, and Perdue Farms' corporate headquarters. Salisbury serves as the regional center for healthcare, retail, education, and services for a five-county area spanning Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia.
With 12 verified mobile home parks concentrated in and around Salisbury, Wicomico County offers accessible affordable housing in the Eastern Shore's most economically active region. Salisbury Mobile Home Community (200 lots) and Eastwood Village (55 lots) are the largest communities. The county's position on the Route 50 corridor puts residents 30 minutes from Ocean City beaches and 45 minutes from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
Wicomico County offers an appealing combination of small-city amenities and genuine Eastern Shore culture — the Blue Crabs are Maryland's most beloved culinary tradition, and the Salisbury area has one of the highest per-capita crab shack densities in the state. Lot rents are among Maryland's most affordable while employment opportunities are stronger than most rural Eastern Shore counties.
💰 Lot Rent
- Salisbury area: $400–$600/month
- Fruitland/suburban: $375–$525/month
- Rural communities: $300–$450/month
- Eden/southern county: $325–$475/month
- Among Maryland's most affordable urban counties
🚗 Commuting
- Ocean City beaches: 30 minutes east via Route 50
- Chesapeake Bay Bridge: 90 minutes west via Route 50
- Delaware (tax-free shopping): 30 minutes north
- Route 13 north to Dover, DE and Wilmington
- Salisbury Regional Airport: regional air service
- No MARC service — car-dependent region
🏢 Major Employers
- TidalHealth Peninsula Regional: major regional hospital
- Salisbury University: 9,000 students and staff
- Perdue Farms: corporate HQ and processing
- Wicomico County Public Schools
- Mountaire Farms: poultry processing employer
- Peninsula Regional Medical Group
- Retail: Salisbury's growing commercial corridors
🏫 Schools & Amenities
Wicomico County Public Schools serves approximately 15,000 students. Salisbury University is a well-regarded regional university and the Shore's primary four-year institution. Wor-Wic Community College provides workforce training. Shopping is excellent for the Eastern Shore — the Centre at Salisbury mall, multiple big-box retailers, and Route 13 commercial corridor. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is a comprehensive regional hospital. The Salisbury Zoo (free admission) and Pemberton Historical Park are popular local attractions.
⚖️ Tenant Rights
Maryland law: 90 days notice for rent increases, 6 months before closure, right of first refusal if park sold. Free help: Maryland Legal Aid (800) 639-6137
📍 Key Areas
Salisbury — Route 13 Corridor (21804): The main spine of Salisbury's commercial development, home to Salisbury Mobile Home Community (200 lots, 410-742-6948) and Eastwood Village (55 lots, 410-749-3533). Route 13 has every major national retailer, restaurant chain, and service provider. The corridor's employment density makes these parks among the most conveniently located on the Eastern Shore.
Salisbury — West Side (21801): West Salisbury near downtown and Salisbury University. West Side Mobile Home Park (410-742-5500), Cedarhurst Village on Route 50 (410-749-5529), and John Walston Mobile Home Park (410-742-6200) serve this area. Close to the university, downtown Salisbury's restaurants and events, and the historic Riverwalk.
Fruitland (21826): A growing suburban community immediately south of Salisbury along Route 13. T & H Realty Inc (410-749-7300), Oak Ridge Trailer Park, and Bohnak Mobile Home Park serve this area with lower lot rents and easy access to all Salisbury services.
Parsonsburg / Pittsville (21849/21850): Rural communities north and northwest of Salisbury. Pine Tree Mobile Estates in Parsonsburg and County Village Mobile Home Park in Pittsville offer the most affordable lot rents in the county in quiet agricultural settings.
❓ FAQ
What is the largest mobile home park in Wicomico County?
Salisbury Mobile Home Community on Route 13 North is Wicomico County's largest with 200 lots. Call (410) 742-6948 for availability. It's conveniently positioned on the main commercial corridor with easy access to all Salisbury employers and services.
Are there mobile homes near Salisbury University?
Yes — communities in west Salisbury near Cedarhurst Village (Route 50, 410-749-5529) and West Side Mobile Home Park are within a few miles of the Salisbury University campus. The university's cultural events, athletics, and facilities are accessible to all county residents.
How close is Wicomico County to Ocean City beaches?
Salisbury is approximately 30 miles from Ocean City via Route 50 — about a 30–40 minute drive. Many Wicomico County residents enjoy regular beach trips while living in much more affordable housing than is available in Worcester County near Ocean City.