Mays Chapel, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Mays Chapel, Maryland Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mays Chapel, Maryland had a total population of 16,066, the 91st largest community in Maryland, with a median household income of $126,996, which is 22% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.8%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.8% — among the lowest in Maryland.
72.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Maryland.

Mays Chapel Quick Facts

Population 16,066

Median Household Income $126,996

Median Home Value $464,800

Poverty Rate 2.8%

Unemployment Rate 3.9%

Median Age 47.6 years

Homeownership Rate 81.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 72.3%

High School Graduation Rate 97.0%

Diversity Index 37/100

Population 16,066 91st of 527

Median Income $126,996 above average

Poverty Rate 2.8% 78% lower than national

Median Home Value $464,800 above average

How Mays Chapel 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	15,616	16,066	+2.9%
Median household income	$118,462	$126,996	+7.2%
Median home value	$447,300	$464,800	+3.9%

How Mays Chapel Compares

Median Household Income

Mays Chapel

$126,996

$103,678

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Mays Chapel

$464,800

$419,900

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.2%

$25K-$50K 11.1%

$50K-$100K 20.6%

$100K+ 62.1%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.2%

$10K-$15K

1.2%

$15K-$20K

1.2%

$20K-$25K

1.5%

$25K-$30K

2.2%

$30K-$35K

2.3%

$35K-$40K

1.3%

$40K-$45K

1.7%

$45K-$50K

3.5%

$50K-$60K

2.8%

$60K-$75K

8.5%

$75K-$100K

9.3%

$100K-$125K

11.5%

$125K-$150K

8.2%

$150K-$200K

15.2%

$200K+

27.3%

Employment

3.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9%|National: 5.2%

61.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.1%

Renter 18.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.7x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,739/mo 16.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.2%

18-34

16.3%

35-54

21.3%

55-74

30.5%

75+

11.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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+)

Mays Chapel Rankings in Maryland

#91 Population of 527

#142 Median Income of 463

#32 Education of 527

#153 Home Value of 471

Explore Maryland Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Baltimore County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Dundalk	65,969	$64,520	17.4%	$212,700
Towson	58,679	$101,320	12.1%	$469,000
Catonsville	43,368	$114,109	6.9%	$416,900
Essex	40,580	$67,168	12.6%	$258,900
Woodlawn (Baltimore County)	40,379	$82,466	11.6%	$294,200
Owings Mills	37,245	$96,243	5.6%	$361,000
Randallstown	35,957	$85,735	9.2%	$327,200
Pikesville	33,524	$98,465	7.8%	$434,500
Middle River	31,712	$78,398	14.7%	$271,700
Milford Mill	30,829	$69,711	8.7%	$273,600

Cities Similar to Mays Chapel

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Glenmont	17,208	$126,542	$571,200	45.3%	7.3%
Parole	17,229	$120,361	$533,500	61.7%	5.7%
Colesville	14,519	$130,682	$616,800	57.2%	3.4%
Cloverly	16,646	$152,083	$665,300	59.0%	7.2%
Kettering	14,014	$126,938	$418,500	41.6%	8.7%

Population Overview

Mays Chapel is a small city located in Maryland, within Baltimore County. The total population is 16,066. It ranks as the 91st most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mays Chapel is 47.6 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 39.4 years. 11.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mays Chapel is $126,996. This is 22% higher than the state median of $103,678. It is also 57% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.8%. This is 70% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $464,800. Housing costs are 11% higher than the state median of $419,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 81.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 67.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Mays Chapel is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.2% of the population. Asian residents account for 9.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (78.2% vs 46.6%). The Black or African American population (4.6%) is well below the state average of 28.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.3%) is well below the state average of 12.5%.

Education

72.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Mays Chapel in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 66% higher 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 97.0%. Notably, 33.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Mays Chapel, 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 Mays Chapel, Maryland?

Mays Chapel, Maryland has a population of 16,066 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Mays Chapel, MD?

The median household income in Mays Chapel is $126,996, which is 57% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Mays Chapel, MD?

The poverty rate in Mays Chapel is 2.8%. This means approximately 447 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Mays Chapel, Maryland?

Mays Chapel's population is 78.2% White, 4.6% Black, 4.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 9.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Mays Chapel, MD?

The median home value in Mays Chapel is $464,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Mays Chapel, Maryland?

72.3% of adults (25+) in Mays Chapel hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 33.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.