Frederick city, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Frederick city, Maryland Demographics
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As of 2026, Frederick city, Maryland has a total population of 80,617, the 6th largest city in Maryland, with a median household income of $95,150, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.4%.

Frederick city Quick Facts

Population 80,617

Median Household Income $95,150

Median Home Value $365,200

Poverty Rate 9.4%

Unemployment Rate 3.7%

Median Age 37.1 years

Homeownership Rate 59.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 41.8%

High School Graduation Rate 89.2%

Diversity Index 66/100

Population 80,617 6th of 528

Median Income $95,150 average

Poverty Rate 9.4% 25% lower national

Median Home Value $365,200 average

How Frederick city Compares

Median Household Income

Frederick city

$95,150

$101,652

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Frederick city

$365,200

$397,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.4%

$25K-$50K 13.9%

$50K-$100K 28.5%

$100K+ 48.2%

Employment

3.7% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

70.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.2%

Renter 40.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.4%

18-34

24.0%

35-54

27.8%

55-74

20.0%

75+

5.9%

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+)

Frederick city Rankings in Maryland

#6 Population of 528

#248 Median Income of 528

#185 Education of 528

#224 Home Value of 528

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Cities Similar to Frederick city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Silver Spring CDP	82,129	$98,880	$619,400	59.8%	9.7%
Waldorf CDP	82,541	$115,453	$383,100	32.4%	7.0%
Glen Burnie CDP	72,772	$88,291	$329,200	28.1%	9.8%
Germantown CDP	90,521	$112,149	$401,400	50.2%	8.5%
Gaithersburg city	69,225	$107,496	$484,500	52.4%	8.8%

Population Overview

Frederick city is a mid-sized community located in Maryland. The total population is 80,617. It ranks as the 6th most populous out of 528 cities and towns in Maryland.

Age Demographics

The median age in Frederick city is 37.1 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Frederick city is $95,150. This is 6% lower than the state median of $101,652. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.4%. This is about average than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $365,200. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $397,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 59.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 67.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Frederick city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 51.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (20.5% vs 12.1%).

Education

41.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% 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 89.2%. Notably, 18.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Frederick city, 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 Frederick city, Maryland?

Frederick city, Maryland has a population of 80,617 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Frederick city, MD?

The median household income in Frederick city is $95,150, which is 21% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Frederick city, MD?

The poverty rate in Frederick city is 9.4%. This means approximately 7,402 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Frederick city, Maryland?

Frederick city's population is 51.4% White, 16.7% Black, 20.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Frederick city, MD?

The median home value in Frederick city is $365,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Frederick city, Maryland?

41.8% of adults (25+) in Frederick city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 18.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.