Nanticoke, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Nanticoke, Maryland had a total population of 434, the 394th largest community in Maryland, with a median household income of $94,189, which is 9% lower 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
- Unemployment rate of 42.1% is notably above the national average.
Nanticoke Quick Facts
How Nanticoke 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 | 396 | 434 | +9.6% |
| Median household income | $92,083 | $94,189 | +2.3% |
How Nanticoke 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 68 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Nanticoke Rankings in Maryland
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Other Cities in Wicomico County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury | 33,285 | $58,576 | 24.3% | $227,300 |
| Fruitland | 5,801 | $64,004 | 19.9% | $227,200 |
| Delmar | 4,261 | $85,174 | 10.0% | $226,500 |
| Pittsville | 1,950 | $73,682 | 14.3% | $208,900 |
| Hebron | 1,566 | $97,841 | 23.8% | $235,300 |
| Willards | 1,280 | $75,333 | 22.1% | $216,100 |
| Sharptown | 874 | $85,938 | 5.6% | $192,500 |
| Mardela Springs | 493 | $64,432 | 10.1% | $247,200 |
| Powellville | 230 | $119,531 | 5.2% | $229,300 |
| Bivalve | 175 | N/A | 25.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Nanticoke
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomes Island | 460 | N/A | $390,200 | 15.4% | 0.0% |
| Pinesburg | 409 | N/A | $220,200 | 6.8% | 10.8% |
| Leitersburg | 498 | N/A | $349,500 | 29.8% | 18.7% |
| Midlothian | 377 | N/A | $199,200 | 26.2% | 0.0% |
| Betterton | 391 | $86,250 | $226,700 | 37.9% | 10.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 434, Nanticoke'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
Nanticoke is a small community located in Maryland, within Wicomico County. The total population is 434. It ranks as the 394th most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nanticoke is 34.6 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 39.4 years. With 42.4% of the population under 18, Nanticoke has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 20.7% 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 Nanticoke is $94,189. This is 9% lower than the state median of $103,678. It is also 17% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Nanticoke. 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 42.1%. This is 760% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. 49.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Nanticoke is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.2% of the population.
Education
27.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 Nanticoke, 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 Nanticoke, Maryland?
Nanticoke, Maryland has a population of 434 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Nanticoke, MD?
The median household income in Nanticoke is $94,189, which is 17% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Nanticoke, MD?
The ACS sample for Nanticoke 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 Nanticoke, Maryland?
Nanticoke's population is 59.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Nanticoke, MD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Nanticoke — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Nanticoke, Maryland?
27.6% of adults (25+) in Nanticoke hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.