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Maryland Demographics & Population 2026

As of 2026, Maryland has a total population of 6,170,738, with a median household income of $101,652, which is 29% higher the national average. The poverty rate is 9.3%.

Maryland Quick Facts

Population 6,170,738
Median Household Income $101,652
Median Home Value $397,700
Poverty Rate 9.3%
Unemployment Rate 4.9%
Median Age 39.3 years
Homeownership Rate 67.5%
Affordability Ratio 3.9x
Bachelor's Degree+ 42.7%
High School Graduation 91.0%
Counties 24
Cities/Places 528
Population 6,170,738
Median Income $101,652 29% higher national
Poverty Rate 9.3%
Unemployment 4.9%

Economy & Housing

Employment

4.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%
67.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.5%
Renter 32.5%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

67out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Largest Cities in Maryland

#CityPopulationMedian IncomePoverty
1Baltimore city577,193$59,62320.1%
2Columbia CDP105,871$129,1737.4%
3Germantown CDP90,521$112,1498.5%
4Waldorf CDP82,541$115,4537.0%
5Silver Spring CDP82,129$98,8809.7%
6Frederick city80,617$95,1509.4%
7Ellicott City CDP73,737$157,8913.6%
8Glen Burnie CDP72,772$88,2919.8%
9Gaithersburg city69,225$107,4968.8%
10Bethesda CDP67,403$191,3484.0%

Richest Cities in Maryland

#CityMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+
1Travilah CDP$250,001$1,225,30081.0%
2Brookmont CDP$250,001$1,280,70088.1%
3Chevy Chase town$250,001$1,678,70094.4%
4Chevy Chase Village town$250,001$2,000,00195.0%
5Chevy Chase View town$250,001$1,239,80091.9%
6Somerset town$250,001$1,820,80094.2%
7Martin's Additions village$250,001$1,454,90093.8%
8Fulton CDP$240,219$847,70085.9%
9Potomac CDP$239,205$1,105,90084.5%
10Monrovia CDP$234,712$761,60071.5%

Most Affordable Cities in Maryland

By home-value-to-income ratio (lower = more affordable). Min. population 1,000.

#CityRatioHome ValueIncome
1Potomac Heights CDP1.3x$87,900$68,831
2Cobb Island CDP1.5x$246,100$161,141
3Westernport town1.6x$85,800$52,059
4Bowling Green CDP1.7x$123,600$71,875
5Lonaconing town1.8x$77,600$43,947
6Bel Air CDP2.2x$189,700$87,636
7Bowmans Addition CDP2.2x$177,500$80,489
8La Vale CDP2.2x$171,300$77,634
9Riverside CDP2.3x$237,300$102,262
10Abingdon CDP2.4x$358,700$147,652

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All Counties in Maryland (24)

24 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Montgomery County1,057,586$128,7337.1%$615,200
Prince George's County955,584$100,70810.2%$404,300
Baltimore County849,586$90,90410.0%$330,000
Anne Arundel County590,936$120,3245.5%$450,300
Baltimore city577,193$59,62320.1%$219,300
Howard County333,916$146,9825.1%$576,700
Frederick County280,341$120,4586.3%$437,700
Harford County262,509$111,3177.0%$367,300
Carroll County174,318$115,8765.3%$406,400
Charles County168,710$120,5926.6%$402,300
Washington County155,033$74,15712.5%$275,900
St. Mary's County114,372$114,5807.4%$390,900
Cecil County104,366$91,14610.9%$311,800
Wicomico County104,117$72,86114.0%$238,900
Calvert County93,791$132,0594.0%$440,200
Allegany County67,762$57,39317.2%$149,200
Worcester County53,279$81,4558.1%$348,100
Queen Anne's County50,951$113,3477.0%$441,800
Talbot County37,707$84,37810.2%$398,300
Caroline County33,406$66,36812.4%$272,400
Dorchester County32,612$60,49516.3%$252,300
Garrett County28,713$69,03111.0%$217,000
Somerset County24,685$52,46220.1%$164,300
Kent County19,265$74,4029.5%$307,100

All Cities & Places in Maryland (528)

528 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Baltimore city577,193$59,62320.1%$219,300
Columbia CDP105,871$129,1737.4%$480,300
Germantown CDP90,521$112,1498.5%$401,400
Waldorf CDP82,541$115,4537.0%$383,100
Silver Spring CDP82,129$98,8809.7%$619,400
Frederick city80,617$95,1509.4%$365,200
Ellicott City CDP73,737$157,8913.6%$644,300
Glen Burnie CDP72,772$88,2919.8%$329,200
Gaithersburg city69,225$107,4968.8%$484,500
Bethesda CDP67,403$191,3484.0%$1,129,700
Rockville city67,218$122,3847.9%$658,300
Dundalk CDP65,441$62,34919.3%$199,600
Severn CDP58,041$130,6275.7%$465,600
Bowie city57,771$141,8314.2%$442,000
Bel Air South CDP57,702$120,7214.2%$384,000
Towson CDP57,683$100,48112.8%$445,100
Aspen Hill CDP53,752$109,0268.8%$538,000
Wheaton CDP52,172$107,34910.5%$483,100
North Bethesda CDP49,498$128,9705.7%$712,100
Potomac CDP46,230$239,2053.7%$1,105,900
Odenton CDP45,585$126,4554.0%$408,400
Hagerstown city43,490$49,95722.7%$207,700
Catonsville CDP42,717$110,0516.9%$405,800
Annapolis city40,744$104,2577.2%$510,200
Essex CDP40,670$67,08212.7%$253,500
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Population Overview

Maryland has a total population of 6,170,738, making it a mid-sized state in the nation. The median age is 39.3 years, 2% higher the national median of 38.7 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in Maryland is 39.3 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 38.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Maryland is $101,652. This is 29% higher than the state median of $78,538. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 29% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.3%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $397,700. Housing costs are 31% higher than the state median of $303,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 67.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 65.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Maryland is White (non-Hispanic), making up 47.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 29.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (29.2% vs 12.0%).

Education

42.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% higher than the state rate of 35.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.0%. Notably, 20.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Maryland?

Maryland has a total population of 6,170,738 according to the U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median income in Maryland?

The median household income in Maryland is $101,652, which is 29% higher the national median of $78,538.

How many cities are in Maryland?

Maryland has 528 Census-designated places (cities, towns, and CDPs) and 24 counties.

What is the poverty rate in Maryland?

The poverty rate in Maryland is 9.3%, compared to the national average of 12.4%.

What is the largest city in Maryland?

The largest city in Maryland is Baltimore city with a population of 577,193.