Galestown, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Galestown, Maryland had a total population of 114, the 483rd largest town in Maryland. The poverty rate is 14.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 8.5% is notably above the national average.
Galestown Quick Facts
How Galestown 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 | 77 | 114 | +48.1% |
| Median home value | $243,200 | $246,400 | +1.3% |
How Galestown 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 68 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Galestown Rankings in Maryland
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Other Cities in Dorchester County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge | 13,152 | $47,323 | 26.4% | $257,900 |
| Hurlock | 2,819 | $58,511 | 18.2% | $202,700 |
| Algonquin | 1,074 | $76,500 | 10.7% | $342,600 |
| Secretary | 635 | $82,721 | 5.5% | $172,000 |
| Vienna | 382 | $100,313 | 6.9% | $229,400 |
| East New Market | 246 | $42,917 | 27.6% | $268,100 |
| Fishing Creek | 207 | N/A | 0.0% | $275,000 |
| Church Creek | 135 | $61,750 | 14.1% | $266,200 |
| Madison | 133 | N/A | 24.0% | N/A |
| Taylors Island | 127 | N/A | 0.0% | $476,000 |
Cities Similar to Galestown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detmold | 116 | $53,423 | N/A | 0.0% | 44.0% |
| Oldtown | 112 | N/A | N/A | 31.2% | 0.0% |
| Bier | 118 | $113,317 | $118,600 | 33.7% | 0.0% |
| Stockton | 110 | $84,306 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Reid | 120 | $145,313 | $312,500 | 39.3% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 114, Galestown's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Galestown is a small community located in Maryland, within Dorchester County. The total population is 114. It ranks as the 483rd most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.
Age Demographics
The median age in Galestown is 42.1 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 49% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 8.5%. This is 74% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $246,400. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $419,900. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Galestown is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 12.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (77.2% vs 46.6%). The Black or African American population (12.3%) is well below the state average of 28.9%.
Education
24.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 94.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Galestown, 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 Galestown, Maryland?
Galestown, Maryland has a population of 114 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Galestown, MD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Galestown — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Galestown, MD?
The poverty rate in Galestown is 14.0%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Galestown, Maryland?
Galestown's population is 77.2% White, 12.3% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Galestown, MD?
The median home value in Galestown is $246,400.
How educated is Galestown, Maryland?
24.6% of adults (25+) in Galestown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.