Looking for a land clearing contractor in Princess Anne, MD? Describe your project once and up to three land clearing contractors who work in Princess Anne and Somerset County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Princess Anne is home to about 3,667 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+4.5% since 2020). With 2,196 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. New homes on wooded lots, pasture recovery and wildfire defensible space are the usual clearing jobs here.
Princess Anne at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 3,667 (+4.5% since 2020)
- Rank in Maryland
- 58th of 157 cities and towns
- Land area
- 1.7 sq mi
- Population density
- 2,196 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- Town (Princess Anne town)
- Main county
- Somerset County
What to check before hiring in Princess Anne
- Rules: in Maryland, check county rules on tree removal, grading, burning and wetlands before clearing.
- Stormwater: clearing an acre or more for construction generally needs stormwater permit coverage.
- Debris: ask whether debris is mulched, hauled or burned, and who gets the permits.
- Price drivers: acreage, tree size, terrain, stumps and debris handling.
Useful official resources
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EPA: construction stormwater
Official information and guidance.
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Call 811
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Princess Anne
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Lot clearing for construction
Clearing trees, stumps and brush for a building pad, driveway and utilities.
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Forestry mulching and brush clearing
Mulching brush and small trees in place for pasture, trails or defensible space.
Frequently asked questions in Princess Anne
How much does land clearing cost in Princess Anne, MD?
It depends on acreage, vegetation, terrain and debris handling. Describe your land: contractors who serve Princess Anne reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
A small lot can be cleared in a day or two; large wooded tracts take longer.
Should stumps be removed?
Under buildings and driveways, yes; elsewhere they can often be ground or left.
Which land clearing contractors will contact me?
Up to three independent land clearing contractors who serve Princess Anne and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.