Maryland Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Maryland Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Maryland had a total population of 6,206,011, with a median household income of $103,678, which is 28% higher than the national average. The poverty rate is 9.4%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Maryland Quick Facts

Population 6,206,011

Median Household Income $103,678

Median Home Value $419,900

Poverty Rate 9.4%

Unemployment Rate 4.9%

Median Age 39.4 years

Homeownership Rate 67.6%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree+ 43.5%

High School Graduation 91.1%

Counties 24

Cities/Places 527

Population 6,206,011

Median Income $103,678 28% higher than national

Poverty Rate 9.4%

Unemployment 4.9%

How Maryland Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	6,170,738	6,206,011	+0.6%
Median household income	$101,652	$103,678	+2.0%
Median home value	$397,700	$419,900	+5.6%

Median Household Income

$103,678

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

$419,900

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.2%

$25K-$50K 12.4%

$50K-$100K 24.8%

$100K+ 51.7%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

4.4%

$10K-$15K

2.4%

$15K-$20K

2.1%

$20K-$25K

2.2%

$25K-$30K

2.4%

$30K-$35K

2.5%

$35K-$40K

2.4%

$40K-$45K

2.5%

$45K-$50K

2.6%

$50K-$60K

5.1%

$60K-$75K

7.7%

$75K-$100K

11.9%

$100K-$125K

10.6%

$125K-$150K

8.3%

$150K-$200K

12.5%

$200K+

20.3%

Employment

4.9% Unemployment Rate National: 5.2%

67.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.6%

Renter 32.4%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,705/mo 19.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.2%

18-34

21.7%

35-54

26.2%

55-74

23.2%

75+

6.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 68 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Largest Cities in Maryland

#	City	Population	Median Income	Poverty
1	Baltimore	573,243	$62,177	19.8%
2	Columbia	104,338	$131,490	7.5%
3	Germantown	90,719	$117,546	8.8%
4	Frederick	83,395	$97,069	9.2%
5	Waldorf	82,943	$116,089	7.7%
6	Silver Spring	81,462	$99,860	10.6%
7	Ellicott City	75,257	$156,964	3.8%
8	Glen Burnie	72,590	$88,280	9.3%
9	Gaithersburg	69,825	$112,467	8.8%
10	Bethesda	69,397	$192,237	4.3%

Richest Cities in Maryland

#	City	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+
1	Travilah	$250,000+	$1,325,100	79.3%
2	Chevy Chase	$250,000+	$1,670,600	95.2%
3	Cabin John	$250,000+	$1,312,900	87.1%
4	Chevy Chase Village	$250,000+	$2,000,000+	95.2%
5	Somerset	$250,000+	$1,775,000	93.7%
6	Chevy Chase View	$250,000+	$1,414,600	90.8%
7	Martin's Additions	$250,000+	$1,535,200	94.0%
8	Brookmont	$247,150	$1,361,100	88.2%
9	Potomac	$236,675	$1,157,000	84.9%
10	Darnestown	$232,135	$958,200	72.3%

Most Affordable Cities in Maryland

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

#	City	Ratio	Home Value	Income
1	Eden	1.4x	$54,000	$39,559
2	Mount Vernon	1.4x	$163,500	$113,938
3	Potomac Heights	1.6x	$115,800	$71,786
4	Westernport	1.8x	$86,300	$47,688
5	Bel Air	2.0x	$195,700	$97,685
6	Cresaptown	2.1x	$142,600	$68,370
7	La Vale	2.2x	$170,800	$77,500
8	Bowmans Addition	2.3x	$187,300	$82,475
9	Riverside	2.3x	$246,100	$105,785
10	Queensland	2.4x	$480,500	$204,423

Explore Maryland Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

All Counties in Maryland (24)

24 results


Montgomery County	1,065,949	$132,450	7.4%	$640,300
Prince George's County	959,754	$101,798	10.8%	$426,000
Baltimore County	850,796	$91,768	9.8%	$349,300
Anne Arundel County	598,166	$124,911	5.6%	$467,900
Baltimore	573,243	$62,177	19.8%	$229,600
Howard County	336,328	$149,763	5.2%	$597,900
Frederick County	287,048	$122,002	6.0%	$464,600
Harford County	263,757	$112,265	7.1%	$386,400
Carroll County	175,321	$118,211	5.2%	$434,000
Charles County	170,527	$122,816	6.9%	$428,500
Washington County	155,709	$77,747	12.4%	$296,100
St. Mary's County	115,126	$119,446	8.0%	$407,600
Cecil County	104,960	$92,007	10.8%	$343,400
Wicomico County	104,914	$76,210	13.9%	$254,700
Calvert County	94,313	$133,922	3.9%	$460,200
Allegany County	67,452	$59,603	16.9%	$154,900
Worcester County	53,700	$81,745	9.9%	$374,700
Queen Anne's County	51,825	$112,826	6.4%	$462,700
Talbot County	37,917	$84,811	9.3%	$409,700
Caroline County	33,669	$68,457	12.2%	$290,100
Dorchester County	32,754	$61,839	17.1%	$262,400
Garrett County	28,615	$67,688	11.3%	$235,300
Somerset County	24,822	$64,943	16.4%	$173,200
Kent County	19,346	$80,147	9.7%	$330,900

All Cities & Places in Maryland (527)

527 results


Baltimore	573,243	$62,177	19.8%	$229,600
Columbia	104,338	$131,490	7.5%	$497,400
Germantown	90,719	$117,546	8.8%	$422,400
Frederick	83,395	$97,069	9.2%	$401,500
Waldorf	82,943	$116,089	7.7%	$407,600
Silver Spring	81,462	$99,860	10.6%	$643,300
Ellicott City	75,257	$156,964	3.8%	$661,700
Glen Burnie	72,590	$88,280	9.3%	$348,900
Gaithersburg	69,825	$112,467	8.8%	$496,500
Bethesda	69,397	$192,237	4.3%	$1,169,900
Rockville	67,671	$128,649	7.6%	$682,300
Dundalk	65,969	$64,520	17.4%	$212,700
Towson	58,679	$101,320	12.1%	$469,000
Severn	58,402	$134,423	5.7%	$479,200
Bel Air South	58,137	$123,653	3.9%	$405,900
Bowie	57,926	$141,995	3.8%	$459,300
Aspen Hill	53,279	$111,575	9.7%	$570,000
Wheaton	52,926	$111,478	13.1%	$501,200
North Bethesda	49,677	$129,092	5.2%	$731,800
Potomac	45,902	$236,675	3.9%	$1,157,000
Odenton	45,002	$128,441	4.5%	$435,300
Hagerstown	43,665	$52,221	21.9%	$224,500
Catonsville	43,368	$114,109	6.9%	$416,900
Annapolis	40,720	$113,860	7.8%	$548,900
Essex	40,580	$67,168	12.6%	$258,900

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Population Overview

Maryland has a total population of 6,206,011, making it a mid-sized state in the nation. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% higher than the national median of 38.9 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in Maryland is 39.4 years. This is 1% higher than the national median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Maryland is $103,678. This is 28% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.4%. This is 24% lower than the national poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 7% lower than the national rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $419,900. Housing costs are 26% higher than the national median of $332,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 67.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the national average of 65.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Maryland is White (non-Hispanic), making up 46.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 28.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the national average (28.9% vs 11.9%).

Education

43.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% higher than the national rate of 35.7%. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.1%. Notably, 20.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All figures for Maryland come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Maryland?

Maryland has a total population of 6,206,011 according to the U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median income in Maryland?

The median household income in Maryland is $103,678, which is 28% higher than the national median of $80,734.

How many cities are in Maryland?

Maryland has 527 Census-designated places (cities, towns, and CDPs) and 24 counties.

What is the poverty rate in Maryland?

The poverty rate in Maryland is 9.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%.

What is the largest city in Maryland?

The largest city in Maryland is Baltimore with a population of 573,243.