Monrovia, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Monrovia, Maryland had a total population of 3,568, the 237th largest community in Maryland, with a median household income of $207,153, which is 100% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 100% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Maryland.
- 72.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Maryland.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.
Monrovia Quick Facts
How Monrovia 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 | 2,924 | 3,568 | +22.0% |
| Median household income | $234,712 | $207,153 | -11.7% |
| Median home value | $761,600 | $805,100 | +5.7% |
How Monrovia 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 68 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Monrovia Rankings in Maryland
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Other Cities in Frederick County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick | 83,395 | $97,069 | 9.2% | $401,500 |
| Ballenger Creek | 26,390 | $108,944 | 10.3% | $387,300 |
| Linganore | 14,444 | $175,833 | 1.3% | $533,500 |
| Urbana | 14,260 | $182,500 | 1.1% | $640,100 |
| Green Valley | 13,602 | $171,707 | 2.8% | $594,300 |
| Mount Airy | 9,805 | $151,324 | 2.3% | $487,400 |
| Brunswick | 8,450 | $118,025 | 6.2% | $374,500 |
| Walkersville | 6,414 | $130,893 | 2.4% | $488,300 |
| Thurmont | 6,254 | $98,125 | 11.1% | $364,700 |
| Spring Ridge | 5,922 | $145,625 | 1.8% | $489,000 |
Cities Similar to Monrovia
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookmont | 3,671 | $247,150 | $1,361,100 | 88.2% | 2.8% |
| Brown Station | 3,451 | $168,848 | $470,300 | 41.9% | 3.3% |
| Pleasant Hills | 3,836 | $166,339 | $532,900 | 59.8% | 2.1% |
| Bartonsville | 3,282 | $156,979 | $621,800 | 56.4% | 3.2% |
| Jefferson | 3,314 | $150,854 | $533,100 | 47.4% | 2.0% |
Population Overview
Monrovia is a small community located in Maryland, within Frederick County. The total population is 3,568. It ranks as the 237th most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.
Age Demographics
The median age in Monrovia is 38.1 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.4 years. With 29.3% of the population under 18, Monrovia has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Monrovia is $207,153. This is 100% higher than the state median of $103,678. It is also 157% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Monrovia. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $805,100. Housing costs are 92% higher than the state median of $419,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 98.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Monrovia is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Asian residents account for 29.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 12.5%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (29.8% vs 6.5%).
Education
72.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Monrovia 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 98.2%. Notably, 28.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Monrovia, 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 Monrovia, Maryland?
Monrovia, Maryland has a population of 3,568 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Monrovia, MD?
The median household income in Monrovia is $207,153, which is 157% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Monrovia, MD?
The ACS sample for Monrovia recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Monrovia, Maryland?
Monrovia's population is 43.9% White, 17.5% Black, 4.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 29.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Monrovia, MD?
The median home value in Monrovia is $805,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Monrovia, Maryland?
72.3% of adults (25+) in Monrovia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 28.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.