Aberdeen city, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Aberdeen city, Maryland Demographics
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As of 2026, Aberdeen city, Maryland has a total population of 16,831, the 86th largest city in Maryland, with a median household income of $76,019, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.1%.

Aberdeen city Quick Facts

Population 16,831

Median Household Income $76,019

Median Home Value $239,000

Poverty Rate 14.1%

Unemployment Rate 3.6%

Median Age 39.4 years

Homeownership Rate 64.3%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.6%

High School Graduation Rate 91.5%

Diversity Index 63/100

Population 16,831 86th of 528

Median Income $76,019 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 14.1% 13% higher national

Median Home Value $239,000 bottom 30%

How Aberdeen city Compares

Median Household Income

Aberdeen city

$76,019

$101,652

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Aberdeen city

$239,000

$397,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.2%

$25K-$50K 21.0%

$50K-$100K 29.2%

$100K+ 36.6%

Employment

3.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

65.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 64.3%

Renter 35.7%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.9%

18-34

23.4%

35-54

23.5%

55-74

26.1%

75+

5.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Aberdeen city Rankings in Maryland

#86 Population of 528

#339 Median Income of 528

#322 Education of 528

#368 Home Value of 528

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Cities Similar to Aberdeen city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Easton town	17,202	$73,460	$348,400	39.4%	13.0%
White Oak CDP	16,458	$80,118	$520,200	40.9%	17.1%
Adelphi CDP	17,210	$80,833	$401,700	27.4%	17.2%
Hillcrest Heights CDP	15,670	$77,696	$340,500	30.1%	11.2%
Glassmanor CDP	17,687	$69,778	$316,500	19.5%	13.3%

Population Overview

Aberdeen city is a small city located in Maryland. The total population is 16,831. It ranks as the 86th most populous out of 528 cities and towns in Maryland.

Age Demographics

The median age in Aberdeen city is 39.4 years. This is about average than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Aberdeen city is $76,019. This is 25% lower than the state median of $101,652. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.1%. This is 51% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $239,000. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $397,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 64.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 67.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Aberdeen city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 51.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 29.5%. The Asian population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 6.4%.

Education

25.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 42.7%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Aberdeen city, Maryland is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Maryland state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 528 Census-designated places in Maryland. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Aberdeen city, Maryland?

Aberdeen city, Maryland has a population of 16,831 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Aberdeen city, MD?

The median household income in Aberdeen city is $76,019, which is 3% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Aberdeen city, MD?

The poverty rate in Aberdeen city is 14.1%. This means approximately 2,371 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Aberdeen city, Maryland?

Aberdeen city's population is 51.4% White, 29.5% Black, 9.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Aberdeen city, MD?

The median home value in Aberdeen city is $239,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Aberdeen city, Maryland?

25.6% of adults (25+) in Aberdeen city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.