Answer
Markets sell by size grade—large, jumbo, or number count per dozen—with summer scarcity raising prices on holiday weekends. A dozen per person is a rough feast benchmark for enthusiasts; light eaters share. Confirm whether price includes seasoning and whether crabs are live or already steamed.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Maryland DNR
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
