Edgewood, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Edgewood, Maryland had a total population of 24,922, the 57th largest community in Maryland, with a median household income of $80,772, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Edgewood Quick Facts
How Edgewood 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 | 25,170 | 24,922 | -1.0% |
| Median household income | $86,355 | $80,772 | -6.5% |
| Median home value | $234,700 | $242,200 | +3.2% |
How Edgewood Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 68 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Edgewood Rankings in Maryland
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Other Cities in Harford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bel Air South | 58,137 | $123,653 | 3.9% | $405,900 |
| Bel Air North | 31,302 | $137,336 | 3.5% | $446,500 |
| 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 Edgewood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenbelt | 24,678 | $85,997 | $255,400 | 45.3% | 19.1% |
| Reisterstown | 25,582 | $85,543 | $358,700 | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Cockeysville | 23,962 | $77,680 | $419,900 | 47.8% | 12.6% |
| Landover | 24,514 | $72,100 | $313,900 | 22.5% | 19.5% |
| Suitland | 23,793 | $71,585 | $334,800 | 25.1% | 13.5% |
Population Overview
Edgewood is a small city located in Maryland, within Harford County. The total population is 24,922. It ranks as the 57th most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.
Age Demographics
The median age in Edgewood is 35.0 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Edgewood is $80,772. This is 22% lower than the state median of $103,678. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.0%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 7.9%. This is 61% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $242,200. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $419,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 70.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Edgewood is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Black or African American residents account for 37.5%. The Asian population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 6.5%.
Education
22.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% lower 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 94.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Edgewood, 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 Edgewood, Maryland?
Edgewood, Maryland has a population of 24,922 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Edgewood, MD?
The median household income in Edgewood is $80,772, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Edgewood, MD?
The poverty rate in Edgewood is 12.0%. This means approximately 2,978 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Edgewood, Maryland?
Edgewood's population is 39.5% White, 37.5% Black, 11.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Edgewood, MD?
The median home value in Edgewood is $242,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Edgewood, Maryland?
22.2% of adults (25+) in Edgewood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.