Forestville CDP, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Forestville CDP, Maryland Demographics
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As of 2026, Forestville CDP, Maryland has a total population of 10,839, the 129th largest city in Maryland, with a median household income of $80,028, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.2%.

Forestville CDP Quick Facts

Population 10,839

Median Household Income $80,028

Median Home Value $324,700

Poverty Rate 10.2%

Unemployment Rate 6.4%

Median Age 42.3 years

Homeownership Rate 64.8%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 22.1%

High School Graduation Rate 88.5%

Diversity Index 23/100

Population 10,839 129th of 528

Median Income $80,028 below average

Poverty Rate 10.2% 18% lower national

Median Home Value $324,700 average

How Forestville CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Forestville CDP

$80,028

$101,652

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Forestville CDP

$324,700

$397,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.4%

$25K-$50K 18.7%

$50K-$100K 30.4%

$100K+ 39.4%

Employment

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

64.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 64.8%

Renter 35.2%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.0%

18-34

20.8%

35-54

21.9%

55-74

28.4%

75+

6.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Forestville CDP Rankings in Maryland

#129 Population of 528

#318 Median Income of 528

#361 Education of 528

#283 Home Value of 528

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Cities Similar to Forestville CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Halfway CDP	10,974	$69,600	$247,100	20.5%	10.3%
Bel Air town	10,616	$69,912	$297,400	39.8%	15.4%
Garrison CDP	10,449	$96,916	$297,600	61.7%	10.8%
Walker Mill CDP	9,626	$74,200	$362,500	26.8%	7.8%
Fort Meade CDP	10,477	$102,886	N/A	47.1%	4.5%

Population Overview

Forestville CDP is a small city located in Maryland. The total population is 10,839. It ranks as the 129th most populous out of 528 cities and towns in Maryland.

Age Demographics

The median age in Forestville CDP is 42.3 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Forestville CDP is $80,028. This is 21% lower than the state median of $101,652. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 2% higher. The poverty rate stands at 10.2%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 6.4%. This is 29% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $324,700. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $397,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 64.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 67.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Forestville CDP has a predominantly Black or African American population, comprising 87.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 47.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (87.1% vs 29.2%). The Hispanic or Latino population (4.9%) is well below the state average of 12.1%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 6.4%.

Education

22.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 88.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Forestville 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 Forestville CDP, Maryland?

Forestville CDP, Maryland has a population of 10,839 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Forestville CDP is $80,028, which is 2% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Forestville CDP, MD?

The poverty rate in Forestville CDP is 10.2%. This means approximately 1,093 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Forestville CDP, Maryland?

Forestville CDP's population is 2.6% White, 87.1% Black, 4.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

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

The median home value in Forestville CDP is $324,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Forestville CDP, Maryland?

22.1% of adults (25+) in Forestville CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.