Cecilton town, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Cecilton town, Maryland Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.4x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Cecilton town, Maryland has a total population of 863, the 346th largest city in Maryland, with a median household income of $95,795, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.9%.

Key Takeaways

Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.

Cecilton town Quick Facts

Population 863

Median Household Income $95,795

Median Home Value $233,800

Poverty Rate 5.9%

Unemployment Rate 1.5%

Median Age 30.3 years

Homeownership Rate 66.6%

Affordability Ratio 2.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 28.8%

High School Graduation Rate 89.7%

Diversity Index 31/100

Population 863 346th of 528

Median Income $95,795 average

Poverty Rate 5.9% 53% lower national

Median Home Value $233,800 bottom 30%

How Cecilton town Compares

Median Household Income

Cecilton town

$95,795

$101,652

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Cecilton town

$233,800

$397,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.3%

$25K-$50K 22.6%

$50K-$100K 11.1%

$100K+ 46.1%

Employment

1.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

71.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 66.6%

Renter 33.4%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.8%

18-34

33.4%

35-54

17.6%

55-74

16.7%

75+

9.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Cecilton town Rankings in Maryland

#346 Population of 528

#245 Median Income of 528

#300 Education of 528

#375 Home Value of 528

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Cities Similar to Cecilton town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Mount Vernon CDP	885	$88,500	$207,000	13.2%	18.8%
Maryland Park CDP	888	$88,068	$350,900	21.5%	18.1%
Finzel CDP	871	$112,868	$236,800	11.1%	12.1%
Cavetown CDP	909	$103,866	$306,500	25.3%	2.1%
Calvert Beach CDP	911	$85,667	$292,000	11.2%	0.0%

Population Overview

Cecilton town is a small community located in Maryland. The total population is 863. It ranks as the 346th most populous out of 528 cities and towns in Maryland.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cecilton town is 30.3 years. This is 23% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Cecilton town is $95,795. This is 6% lower than the state median of $101,652. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.9%. This is 37% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 70% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $233,800. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $397,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Cecilton town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% lower than the state average of 67.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Cecilton town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 7.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (82.0% vs 47.4%). The Black or African American population (7.4%) is well below the state average of 29.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 12.1%.

Education

28.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% 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 89.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Cecilton 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 Cecilton town, Maryland?

Cecilton town, Maryland has a population of 863 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Cecilton town is $95,795, which is 22% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Cecilton town, MD?

The poverty rate in Cecilton town is 5.9%. This means approximately 50 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Cecilton town, Maryland?

Cecilton town's population is 82.0% White, 7.4% Black, 4.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Cecilton town is $233,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.

How educated is Cecilton town, Maryland?

28.8% of adults (25+) in Cecilton town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.