Madison, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Madison, Maryland had a total population of 133, the 472nd largest community in Maryland. The poverty rate is 24.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Madison Quick Facts
How Madison 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 | 145 | 133 | -8.3% |
How Madison 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+)
Madison 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 |
| Taylors Island | 127 | N/A | 0.0% | $476,000 |
| Galestown | 114 | N/A | 14.0% | $246,400 |
Cities Similar to Madison
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson | 132 | $100,938 | $75,800 | 3.8% | 12.9% |
| Burkittsville | 135 | $93,250 | $569,400 | 50.0% | 6.7% |
| Church Creek | 135 | $61,750 | $266,200 | 22.9% | 14.1% |
| Dargan | 135 | N/A | N/A | 37.6% | 0.0% |
| Hillsboro | 127 | $66,875 | $254,200 | 15.7% | 23.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 133, Madison'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
Madison is a small community located in Maryland, within Dorchester County. The total population is 133. It ranks as the 472nd most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.
Age Demographics
The median age in Madison is 63.3 years. This is 61% higher than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 24.0%. This is 154% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Madison, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 89.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Madison is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.7% of the population. Asian residents account for 8.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (82.7% vs 46.6%). The Black or African American population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 28.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 12.5%.
Education
27.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 43.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Madison, 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 Madison, Maryland?
Madison, Maryland has a population of 133 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Madison, MD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Madison — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Madison, MD?
The poverty rate in Madison is 24.0%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Madison, Maryland?
Madison's population is 82.7% White, 2.3% Black, 3.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 8.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Madison, MD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Madison — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Madison, Maryland?
27.6% of adults (25+) in Madison hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.