Frederick, Maryland

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
78,390
Population
$89,981
Median Income
$343,800
Home Value
37.0
Median Age

Demographics

Frederick has a population of 78,390 with a median age of 37.0. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
62.3%
Hispanic
17.7%
Black
17.3%
Asian
5.2%
Demographic Value
Total Population78,390
Median Age37.0
White62.3%
Black or African American17.3%
Asian5.2%
Hispanic or Latino17.7%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Frederick is $89,981, which is 19.7% above the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $45,050. The poverty rate is 9.8%.

$89,981
Median Household Income
$45,050
Per Capita Income
9.8%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Frederick is 4.3%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Frederick, 89.5% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 41.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18.4% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
89.5%
Bachelor's+
41.4%
Graduate+
18.4%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher89.5%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher41.4%
Graduate or Professional Degree18.4%

Housing

The median home value in Frederick is $343,800, above the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,614. The homeownership rate is 58.5%.

$343,800
Median Home Value
$1,614/mo
Median Rent
58.5%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$343,800
Median Monthly Rent$1,614
Homeownership Rate58.5%
Vacancy Rate5.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Frederick, Maryland?
The population of Frederick, Maryland is 78,390 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Frederick, Maryland?
The median household income in Frederick, Maryland is $89,981. This is 19.7% above the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Frederick, Maryland?
The median home value in Frederick, Maryland is $343,800. The median monthly rent is $1,614.
What percentage of people in Frederick have a college degree?
In Frederick, Maryland, 41.4% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 89.5% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Frederick, Maryland an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Frederick, Maryland is 3.8x (median home value $343,800 vs. median income $89,981), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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