Chillum CDP, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Chillum CDP, Maryland Demographics
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As of 2026, Chillum CDP, Maryland has a total population of 35,163, the 32nd largest city in Maryland, with a median household income of $78,513, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.

Chillum CDP Quick Facts

Population 35,163

Median Household Income $78,513

Median Home Value $383,900

Poverty Rate 11.3%

Unemployment Rate 6.4%

Median Age 36.0 years

Homeownership Rate 39.6%

Affordability Ratio 4.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.7%

High School Graduation Rate 71.2%

Diversity Index 58/100

Population 35,163 32nd of 528

Median Income $78,513 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 11.3% 9% lower national

Median Home Value $383,900 average

How Chillum CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Chillum CDP

$78,513

$101,652

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Chillum CDP

$383,900

$397,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.9%

$25K-$50K 15.6%

$50K-$100K 34.2%

$100K+ 38.3%

Employment

6.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

71.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 39.6%

Renter 60.4%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.1%

18-34

25.3%

35-54

26.6%

55-74

20.4%

75+

4.6%

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+)

Chillum CDP Rankings in Maryland

#32 Population of 528

#328 Median Income of 528

#345 Education of 528

#203 Home Value of 528

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Cities Similar to Chillum CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
College Park city	34,397	$74,867	$429,000	49.4%	29.3%
Randallstown CDP	35,975	$88,544	$306,000	36.4%	9.4%
Owings Mills CDP	35,626	$94,046	$335,000	43.5%	5.5%
Milford Mill CDP	31,939	$76,676	$269,900	30.6%	7.0%
Montgomery Village CDP	34,161	$96,487	$367,100	42.7%	11.0%

Population Overview

Chillum CDP is a mid-sized community located in Maryland. The total population is 35,163. It ranks as the 32nd most populous out of 528 cities and towns in Maryland.

Age Demographics

The median age in Chillum CDP is 36.0 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Chillum CDP is $78,513. This is 23% 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 11.3%. This is 21% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 6.4%. This is 30% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $383,900. Housing costs are 3% lower than the state median of $397,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x. 39.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% lower than the state average of 67.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Chillum CDP is Hispanic or Latino, making up 48.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 42.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (4.5%) is well below the state average of 47.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (48.5% vs 12.1%). The Asian population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 6.4%.

Education

23.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 71.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Chillum CDP, 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 Chillum CDP, Maryland?

Chillum CDP, Maryland has a population of 35,163 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Chillum CDP, MD?

The median household income in Chillum CDP is $78,513, which is about average the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Chillum CDP, MD?

The poverty rate in Chillum CDP is 11.3%. This means approximately 3,867 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Chillum CDP, Maryland?

Chillum CDP's population is 4.5% White, 42.5% Black, 48.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Chillum CDP, MD?

The median home value in Chillum CDP is $383,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

How educated is Chillum CDP, Maryland?

23.7% of adults (25+) in Chillum CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.