Rock Point, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rock Point, Maryland had a total population of 244, the 435th largest community in Maryland. The poverty rate is 26.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (26.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Rock Point Quick Facts
How Rock Point 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 | 163 | 244 | +49.7% |
How Rock Point Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Rock Point Rankings in Maryland
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Other Cities in Charles County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waldorf | 82,943 | $116,089 | 7.7% | $407,600 |
| Bensville | 15,848 | $170,072 | 5.4% | $521,300 |
| La Plata | 10,683 | $121,208 | 6.6% | $428,400 |
| Bryans Road | 9,371 | $118,361 | 2.8% | $377,300 |
| Indian Head | 4,055 | $89,063 | 9.7% | $303,700 |
| Hughesville | 2,098 | $106,250 | 1.7% | $489,100 |
| Potomac Heights | 1,351 | $71,786 | 9.6% | $115,800 |
| Cobb Island | 916 | N/A | 2.3% | $275,000 |
| Pomfret | 747 | $118,914 | 0.0% | $406,900 |
| Bryantown | 325 | $104,271 | 0.0% | $517,600 |
Cities Similar to Rock Point
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garretts Mill | 244 | N/A | $204,400 | 48.4% | 11.1% |
| Newark | 244 | $92,361 | $337,500 | 14.7% | 0.0% |
| East New Market | 246 | $42,917 | $268,100 | 8.4% | 27.6% |
| Crumpton | 248 | $115,417 | $160,200 | 20.4% | 20.6% |
| Goldsboro | 248 | $39,643 | $232,500 | 8.3% | 31.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 244, Rock Point'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
Rock Point is a small community located in Maryland, within Charles County. The total population is 244. It ranks as the 435th most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rock Point is 44.2 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 39.4 years. With 38.9% of the population under 18, Rock Point has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 26.6%. This is 182% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Rock Point, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in Rock Point was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Rock Point was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
21.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 78.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rock Point, 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 Rock Point, Maryland?
Rock Point, Maryland has a population of 244 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rock Point, MD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Rock Point — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rock Point, MD?
The poverty rate in Rock Point is 26.6%. This means approximately 65 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rock Point, Maryland?
Rock Point's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rock Point, MD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Rock Point — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Rock Point, Maryland?
21.5% of adults (25+) in Rock Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.