Thurmont, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Thurmont, Maryland had a total population of 6,254, the 181st largest town in Maryland, with a median household income of $98,125, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Thurmont Quick Facts
How Thurmont 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 | 6,439 | 6,254 | -2.9% |
| Median household income | $92,391 | $98,125 | +6.2% |
| Median home value | $325,700 | $364,700 | +12.0% |
How Thurmont 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+)
Thurmont 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 |
| Spring Ridge | 5,922 | $145,625 | 1.8% | $489,000 |
| Middletown | 5,014 | $173,333 | 1.1% | $554,800 |
Cities Similar to Thurmont
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampstead | 6,251 | $97,871 | $333,000 | 40.4% | 6.9% |
| Glenarden | 6,344 | $106,414 | $409,700 | 33.5% | 5.3% |
| Fountainhead-Orchard Hills | 6,567 | $103,340 | $333,000 | 39.1% | 8.8% |
| Riverside | 6,585 | $105,785 | $246,100 | 39.5% | 5.7% |
| District Heights | 5,891 | $86,955 | $339,200 | 31.5% | 17.6% |
Population Overview
Thurmont is a small city located in Maryland, within Frederick County. The total population is 6,254. It ranks as the 181st most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.
Age Demographics
The median age in Thurmont is 39.3 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Thurmont is $98,125. This is 5% lower than the state median of $103,678. It is also 22% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $364,700. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $419,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 73.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Thurmont has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (89.4% vs 46.6%). The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 28.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.9%) is well below the state average of 12.5%.
Education
27.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 93.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Thurmont, 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 Thurmont, Maryland?
Thurmont, Maryland has a population of 6,254 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Thurmont, MD?
The median household income in Thurmont is $98,125, which is 22% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Thurmont, MD?
The poverty rate in Thurmont is 11.1%. This means approximately 692 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Thurmont, Maryland?
Thurmont's population is 89.4% White, 1.3% Black, 5.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Thurmont, MD?
The median home value in Thurmont is $364,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.
How educated is Thurmont, Maryland?
27.0% of adults (25+) in Thurmont hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.