Halfway CDP, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Halfway CDP, Maryland Demographics
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As of 2026, Halfway CDP, Maryland has a total population of 10,974, the 127th largest city in Maryland, with a median household income of $69,600, which is 32% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 32% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Halfway CDP Quick Facts

Population 10,974

Median Household Income $69,600

Median Home Value $247,100

Poverty Rate 10.3%

Unemployment Rate 4.9%

Median Age 42.2 years

Homeownership Rate 69.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.5%

High School Graduation Rate 89.6%

Diversity Index 28/100

Population 10,974 127th of 528

Median Income $69,600 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 10.3% 17% lower national

Median Home Value $247,100 bottom 30%

How Halfway CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Halfway CDP

$69,600

$101,652

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Halfway CDP

$247,100

$397,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.8%

$25K-$50K 21.3%

$50K-$100K 35.7%

$100K+ 31.2%

Employment

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

62.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 69.8%

Renter 30.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.5%

18-34

17.4%

35-54

28.0%

55-74

22.4%

75+

9.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

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+)

Halfway CDP Rankings in Maryland

#127 Population of 528

#368 Median Income of 528

#382 Education of 528

#355 Home Value of 528

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Cities Similar to Halfway CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Bel Air town	10,616	$69,912	$297,400	39.8%	15.4%
Forestville CDP	10,839	$80,028	$324,700	22.1%	10.2%
Walker Mill CDP	9,626	$74,200	$362,500	26.8%	7.8%
Bladensburg town	9,552	$62,400	$330,400	14.1%	13.6%
Garrison CDP	10,449	$96,916	$297,600	61.7%	10.8%

Population Overview

Halfway CDP is a small city located in Maryland. The total population is 10,974. It ranks as the 127th most populous out of 528 cities and towns in Maryland.

Age Demographics

The median age in Halfway CDP is 42.2 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Halfway CDP is $69,600. This is 32% lower than the state median of $101,652. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 1% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $247,100. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $397,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 69.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 67.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Halfway CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (84.2% vs 47.4%). The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 29.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.4%) is well below the state average of 12.1%. The Asian population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 6.4%.

Education

20.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 89.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Halfway 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 Halfway CDP, Maryland?

Halfway CDP, Maryland has a population of 10,974 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Halfway CDP is $69,600, which is 11% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Halfway CDP, MD?

The poverty rate in Halfway CDP is 10.3%. This means approximately 1,120 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Halfway CDP, Maryland?

Halfway CDP's population is 84.2% White, 1.3% Black, 5.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Halfway CDP is $247,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Halfway CDP, Maryland?

20.5% of adults (25+) in Halfway CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.