Bel Air South, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bel Air South, Maryland Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bel Air South, Maryland had a total population of 58,137, the 15th largest community in Maryland, with a median household income of $123,653, which is 19% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.9%.

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

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.9% — among the lowest in Maryland.

Bel Air South Quick Facts

Population 58,137

Median Household Income $123,653

Median Home Value $405,900

Poverty Rate 3.9%

Unemployment Rate 3.4%

Median Age 38.5 years

Homeownership Rate 81.9%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 49.4%

High School Graduation Rate 96.5%

Diversity Index 42/100

Population 58,137 15th of 527

Median Income $123,653 above average

Poverty Rate 3.9% 69% lower than national

Median Home Value $405,900 average

How Bel Air South 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	57,702	58,137	+0.8%
Median household income	$120,721	$123,653	+2.4%
Median home value	$384,000	$405,900	+5.7%

How Bel Air South Compares

Median Household Income

Bel Air South

$123,653

$103,678

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Bel Air South

$405,900

$419,900

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.1%

$25K-$50K 9.3%

$50K-$100K 20.6%

$100K+ 63.1%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.8%

$10K-$15K

1.0%

$15K-$20K

1.2%

$20K-$25K

2.0%

$25K-$30K

1.2%

$30K-$35K

1.7%

$35K-$40K

1.6%

$40K-$45K

2.5%

$45K-$50K

2.3%

$50K-$60K

4.2%

$60K-$75K

6.1%

$75K-$100K

10.2%

$100K-$125K

13.5%

$125K-$150K

11.1%

$150K-$200K

15.6%

$200K+

22.9%

Employment

3.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9%|National: 5.2%

68.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.9%

Renter 18.1%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,757/mo 17.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.5%

18-34

20.5%

35-54

27.0%

55-74

22.3%

75+

6.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 68 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Bel Air South Rankings in Maryland

#15 Population of 527

#153 Median Income of 463

#137 Education of 527

#209 Home Value of 471

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Other Cities in Harford County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Bel Air North	31,302	$137,336	3.5%	$446,500
Edgewood	24,922	$80,772	12.0%	$242,200
Aberdeen	17,298	$74,826	14.3%	$261,400
Havre de Grace	14,994	$105,817	9.0%	$392,900
Joppatowne	14,237	$117,881	6.5%	$342,300
Bel Air	10,585	$74,605	13.9%	$318,400
Fallston	10,013	$154,688	4.5%	$562,300
Riverside	6,585	$105,785	5.7%	$246,100
Abingdon	5,019	$136,833	10.5%	$366,200
Pleasant Hills	3,836	$166,339	2.1%	$532,900

Cities Similar to Bel Air South

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Severn	58,402	$134,423	$479,200	46.1%	5.7%
Bowie	57,926	$141,995	$459,300	50.4%	3.8%
Towson	58,679	$101,320	$469,000	69.3%	12.1%
Aspen Hill	53,279	$111,575	$570,000	43.3%	9.7%
Wheaton	52,926	$111,478	$501,200	38.7%	13.1%

Population Overview

Bel Air South is a mid-sized community located in Maryland, within Harford County. The total population is 58,137. It ranks as the 15th most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bel Air South is 38.5 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bel Air South is $123,653. This is 19% higher than the state median of $103,678. It is also 53% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 3.9%. This is 59% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $405,900. Housing costs are 3% lower than the state median of $419,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 81.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 67.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Bel Air South is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (74.9% vs 46.6%). The Black or African American population (8.9%) is well below the state average of 28.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.9%) is well below the state average of 12.5%.

Education

49.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 43.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.5%. Notably, 21.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bel Air South, Maryland is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Maryland state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 527 Census-designated places in Maryland. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bel Air South, Maryland?

Bel Air South, Maryland has a population of 58,137 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bel Air South, MD?

The median household income in Bel Air South is $123,653, which is 53% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Bel Air South, MD?

The poverty rate in Bel Air South is 3.9%. This means approximately 2,237 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bel Air South, Maryland?

Bel Air South's population is 74.9% White, 8.9% Black, 5.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bel Air South, MD?

The median home value in Bel Air South is $405,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Bel Air South, Maryland?

49.4% of adults (25+) in Bel Air South hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 21.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.