Baltimore, Maryland

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
584,548
Population
$58,349
Median Income
$202,900
Home Value
36.0
Median Age

Demographics

Baltimore has a population of 584,548 with a median age of 36.0. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

Black
61.2%
White
28.4%
Hispanic
5.9%
Asian
2.6%
Other
1.9%
Demographic Value
Total Population584,548
Median Age36.0
White28.4%
Black or African American61.2%
Asian2.6%
Hispanic or Latino5.9%
Other / Two or More Races1.9%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Baltimore is $58,349, which is 22.4% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $37,845. The poverty rate is 19.6%.

$58,349
Median Household Income
$37,845
Per Capita Income
19.6%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Baltimore is 6.9%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Baltimore, 87.1% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 34.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17.2% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
87.1%
Bachelor's+
34.9%
Graduate+
17.2%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher87.1%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher34.9%
Graduate or Professional Degree17.2%

Housing

The median home value in Baltimore is $202,900, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,235. The homeownership rate is 47.8%.

$202,900
Median Home Value
$1,235/mo
Median Rent
47.8%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$202,900
Median Monthly Rent$1,235
Homeownership Rate47.8%
Vacancy Rate15.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Baltimore, Maryland?
The population of Baltimore, Maryland is 584,548 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Baltimore, Maryland?
The median household income in Baltimore, Maryland is $58,349. This is 22.4% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Baltimore, Maryland?
The median home value in Baltimore, Maryland is $202,900. The median monthly rent is $1,235.
What percentage of people in Baltimore have a college degree?
In Baltimore, Maryland, 34.9% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 87.1% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Baltimore, Maryland an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Baltimore, Maryland is 3.5x (median home value $202,900 vs. median income $58,349), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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