Pleasant Hills, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Pleasant Hills, Maryland Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pleasant Hills, Maryland had a total population of 3,836, the 227th largest community in Maryland, with a median household income of $166,339, which is 60% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.1%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 60% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Maryland.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.1% — among the lowest in Maryland.

Pleasant Hills Quick Facts

Population 3,836

Median Household Income $166,339

Median Home Value $532,900

Poverty Rate 2.1%

Unemployment Rate 3.6%

Median Age 49.0 years

Homeownership Rate 97.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 59.8%

High School Graduation Rate 96.5%

Diversity Index 29/100

Population 3,836 227th of 527

Median Income $166,339 top 20%

Poverty Rate 2.1% 83% lower than national

Median Home Value $532,900 top 30%

How Pleasant Hills 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	3,955	3,836	-3.0%
Median household income	$143,068	$166,339	+16.3%
Median home value	$480,800	$532,900	+10.8%

How Pleasant Hills Compares

Median Household Income

Pleasant Hills

$166,339

$103,678

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Pleasant Hills

$532,900

$419,900

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.3%

$25K-$50K 5.4%

$50K-$100K 18.6%

$100K+ 69.7%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.5%

$10K-$15K

0.0%

$15K-$20K

2.4%

$20K-$25K

1.4%

$25K-$30K

0.0%

$30K-$35K

2.1%

$35K-$40K

0.7%

$40K-$45K

1.3%

$45K-$50K

1.3%

$50K-$60K

3.5%

$60K-$75K

4.6%

$75K-$100K

10.5%

$100K-$125K

6.8%

$125K-$150K

9.1%

$150K-$200K

14.1%

$200K+

39.7%

Employment

3.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9%|National: 5.2%

61.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 97.8%

Renter 2.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,875/mo 13.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.0%

18-34

9.6%

35-54

26.7%

55-74

32.2%

75+

10.4%

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+)

Pleasant Hills Rankings in Maryland

#227 Population of 527

#62 Median Income of 463

#70 Education of 527

#103 Home Value of 471

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Other Cities in Harford County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Bel Air South	58,137	$123,653	3.9%	$405,900
Bel Air North	31,302	$137,336	3.5%	$446,500
Edgewood	24,922	$80,772	12.0%	$242,200
Aberdeen	17,298	$74,826	14.3%	$261,400
Havre de Grace	14,994	$105,817	9.0%	$392,900
Joppatowne	14,237	$117,881	6.5%	$342,300
Bel Air	10,585	$74,605	13.9%	$318,400
Fallston	10,013	$154,688	4.5%	$562,300
Riverside	6,585	$105,785	5.7%	$246,100
Abingdon	5,019	$136,833	10.5%	$366,200

Cities Similar to Pleasant Hills

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Golden Beach	3,830	$133,194	$382,700	28.7%	2.7%
Brown Station	3,451	$168,848	$470,300	41.9%	3.3%
West Laurel	4,428	$164,688	$541,000	46.8%	2.6%
Konterra	3,641	$130,000	$459,700	43.6%	8.1%
Monrovia	3,568	$207,153	$805,100	72.3%	0.0%

Population Overview

Pleasant Hills is a small community located in Maryland, within Harford County. The total population is 3,836. It ranks as the 227th most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pleasant Hills is 49.0 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 39.4 years. 10.4% 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 Pleasant Hills is $166,339. This is 60% higher than the state median of $103,678. It is also 106% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.1%. This is 78% 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 3.6%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $532,900. Housing costs are 27% higher than the state median of $419,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 97.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 67.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Pleasant Hills is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.8% of the population. Asian residents account for 8.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (83.8% vs 46.6%). The Black or African American population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 28.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 12.5%.

Education

59.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 96.5%. Notably, 23.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Pleasant Hills, 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 Pleasant Hills, Maryland?

Pleasant Hills, Maryland has a population of 3,836 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Pleasant Hills, MD?

The median household income in Pleasant Hills is $166,339, which is 106% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Pleasant Hills, MD?

The poverty rate in Pleasant Hills is 2.1%. This means approximately 81 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Pleasant Hills, Maryland?

Pleasant Hills's population is 83.8% White, 2.1% Black, 3.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 8.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Pleasant Hills, MD?

The median home value in Pleasant Hills is $532,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Pleasant Hills, Maryland?

59.8% of adults (25+) in Pleasant Hills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 23.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.