Vale Summit, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Vale Summit, Maryland had a total population of 92, the 492nd largest community in Maryland. The poverty rate is 39.1%.
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 (39.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Vale Summit Quick Facts
How Vale Summit 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 | 79 | 92 | +16.5% |
How Vale Summit Compares
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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+)
Vale Summit Rankings in Maryland
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Other Cities in Allegany County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland | 18,804 | $48,162 | 25.1% | $123,200 |
| Frostburg | 6,977 | $52,977 | 28.8% | $181,700 |
| Cresaptown | 5,121 | $68,370 | 3.3% | $142,600 |
| La Vale | 4,196 | $77,500 | 4.6% | $170,800 |
| Bel Air | 1,837 | $97,685 | 0.2% | $195,700 |
| Westernport | 1,588 | $47,688 | 22.2% | $86,300 |
| Bowmans Addition | 1,102 | $82,475 | 29.0% | $187,300 |
| Potomac Park | 978 | $53,221 | 17.3% | $139,400 |
| Bowling Green | 966 | $76,140 | 7.7% | $132,000 |
| Lonaconing | 889 | $54,250 | 20.9% | $89,400 |
Cities Similar to Vale Summit
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke | 89 | $81,250 | $51,000 | 11.5% | 2.3% |
| Jugtown | 97 | N/A | $333,300 | 80.4% | 0.0% |
| Cearfoss | 86 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Gorman | 100 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Yarrowsburg | 83 | N/A | $255,900 | 76.9% | 38.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 92, Vale Summit'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
Vale Summit is a small community located in Maryland, within Allegany County. The total population is 92. It ranks as the 492nd most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.
Age Demographics
The median age in Vale Summit is 60.8 years. This is 54% higher than the state median of 39.4 years. 15.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 39.1%. This is 314% 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 Vale Summit, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Vale Summit 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
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. 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 Vale Summit, 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 Vale Summit, Maryland?
Vale Summit, Maryland has a population of 92 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Vale Summit, MD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Vale Summit — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Vale Summit, MD?
The poverty rate in Vale Summit is 39.1%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Vale Summit, Maryland?
Vale Summit's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Vale Summit, MD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Vale Summit — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Vale Summit, Maryland?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Vale Summit hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.