Pylesville, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pylesville, Maryland had a total population of 933, the 340th largest community in Maryland, with a median household income of $173,171, which is 67% 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 67% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Maryland.
Pylesville Quick Facts
How Pylesville 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 | 806 | 933 | +15.8% |
| Median household income | $167,755 | $173,171 | +3.2% |
| Median home value | $572,600 | $649,100 | +13.4% |
How Pylesville 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+)
Pylesville Rankings in Maryland
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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 Pylesville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobb Island | 916 | N/A | $275,000 | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Callaway | 930 | $160,341 | $364,700 | 29.2% | 5.8% |
| Spencerville | 1,028 | $189,766 | $626,900 | 47.2% | 8.7% |
| Downsville | 958 | $220,063 | $342,700 | 12.1% | 0.0% |
| Garrett Park | 932 | $250,000+ | $1,005,700 | 88.3% | 2.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 933, Pylesville'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
Pylesville is a small community located in Maryland, within Harford County. The total population is 933. It ranks as the 340th most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pylesville is 38.6 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.4 years. With 33.7% of the population under 18, Pylesville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pylesville is $173,171. This is 67% higher than the state median of $103,678. It is also 114% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Pylesville. 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Pylesville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $649,100. Housing costs are 55% higher than the state median of $419,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pylesville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.1% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (98.1% vs 46.6%).
Education
26.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% lower 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 93.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pylesville, 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 Pylesville, Maryland?
Pylesville, Maryland has a population of 933 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pylesville, MD?
The median household income in Pylesville is $173,171, which is 114% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pylesville, MD?
The ACS sample for Pylesville 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 Pylesville, Maryland?
Pylesville's population is 98.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pylesville, MD?
The median home value in Pylesville is $649,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.
How educated is Pylesville, Maryland?
26.7% of adults (25+) in Pylesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.