Berlin town, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Berlin town, Maryland Demographics
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As of 2026, Berlin town, Maryland has a total population of 5,161, the 198th largest city in Maryland, with a median household income of $78,883, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.

Berlin town Quick Facts

Population 5,161

Median Household Income $78,883

Median Home Value $345,100

Poverty Rate 8.8%

Unemployment Rate 2.3%

Median Age 39.9 years

Homeownership Rate 54.6%

Affordability Ratio 4.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 37.6%

High School Graduation Rate 91.8%

Diversity Index 43/100

Population 5,161 198th of 528

Median Income $78,883 below average

Poverty Rate 8.8% 29% lower national

Median Home Value $345,100 average

How Berlin town Compares

Median Household Income

Berlin town

$78,883

$101,652

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Berlin town

$345,100

$397,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.0%

$25K-$50K 22.5%

$50K-$100K 26.1%

$100K+ 40.5%

Employment

2.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

63.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 54.6%

Renter 45.4%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.3%

18-34

15.1%

35-54

29.0%

55-74

14.9%

75+

13.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Berlin town Rankings in Maryland

#198 Population of 528

#324 Median Income of 528

#228 Education of 528

#250 Home Value of 528

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Cities Similar to Berlin town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Peppermill Village CDP	5,268	$89,375	$331,400	23.7%	3.3%
West Ocean City CDP	5,124	$93,776	$418,700	35.1%	8.8%
Silver Hill CDP	5,068	$61,566	$283,900	18.9%	13.2%
District Heights city	5,888	$81,750	$320,500	30.3%	15.1%
Denton town	4,879	$63,769	$234,700	14.8%	10.7%

Population Overview

Berlin town is a small city located in Maryland. The total population is 5,161. It ranks as the 198th most populous out of 528 cities and towns in Maryland.

Age Demographics

The median age in Berlin town is 39.9 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. 13.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Berlin town is $78,883. This is 22% lower than the state median of $101,652. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is about average. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $345,100. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $397,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 54.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% lower than the state average of 67.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Berlin town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 15.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (73.6% vs 47.4%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 12.1%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 6.4%.

Education

37.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% 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 91.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Berlin town, 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 Berlin town, Maryland?

Berlin town, Maryland has a population of 5,161 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Berlin town, MD?

The median household income in Berlin town is $78,883, which is about average the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Berlin town, MD?

The poverty rate in Berlin town is 8.8%. This means approximately 439 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Berlin town, Maryland?

Berlin town's population is 73.6% White, 15.2% Black, 3.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Berlin town, MD?

The median home value in Berlin town is $345,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

How educated is Berlin town, Maryland?

37.6% of adults (25+) in Berlin town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.