Baltimore city, MD Population Statistics: Density Map Data
Analyze local population trends, population density map, housing costs, and the local economy.
Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population: density and quick facts
| Metric | Baltimore city | Maryland Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 571,660 | 6,103,597 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 6212.3 | 492.0 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -1.04% | 0.50% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 36.8 | 37.9 | 37.1 |
| Households | 250,583 | 2,338,890 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Baltimore city declined by 9.9% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 577,137 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Baltimore city has a the economy index of D, which means it is barely prosperous.
| Metric | Baltimore city | Maryland Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $59,655 | $101,971 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.32% | 4.27% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.5% | 4.9% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Baltimore city is about 41% lower than in Maryland.
Housing
| Metric | Baltimore city | Maryland Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $130,074 | $285,029 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,290 | $1,661 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 47.5% | 67.5% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Baltimore city is about 8.4 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,290 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Baltimore city spend about 51 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 212 hours, about 8.8 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Baltimore city | Maryland Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 25.4 | 28.8 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 50.9 | 57.5 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 212 | 240 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $6,573 | $7,433 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 15.9% | 17.2% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 18,213 | 16,437 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 3,141 | 2,353 | 1,355 |
Fastest commutes among counties in
Maryland:
Allegany County (17.5 min), Wicomico County (17.8 min), Talbot County (18.3 min).
Slowest:
Charles County (41.7 min), Calvert County (35.3 min), Prince George's County (32.6 min).
The average commute time in Baltimore city is 25 minutes, shorter than the 29 minutes in Maryland.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Baltimore city has a education index of B, which means it is quite educated.
| Metric | Baltimore city | Maryland Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 32.7% | 39.3% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.22 | 2.58 | 2.54 |
Highest education index among counties in
Maryland:
Howard County (0.5), Montgomery County (0.5), Talbot County (0.4).
Lowest:
Somerset County (0.2), Caroline County (0.2), Allegany County (0.2).
Health
Baltimore city has a health index of C, which means it is somewhat healthy.
| Metric | Baltimore city | Maryland Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 73.1 | 78.4 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 18.9% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 20.9% | 15.9% | 19.0% |
Highest health index among counties in
Maryland:
Montgomery County (0.8), Howard County (0.8), Frederick County (0.8).
Lowest:
Baltimore city (0.8), Somerset County (0.8), Dorchester County (0.8).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baltimore city, Maryland.
What is the population of Baltimore city, Maryland?
The population of Baltimore city, Maryland is 571,660, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Baltimore city, Maryland?
The population density of Baltimore city, Maryland is 6212.3 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Baltimore city, Maryland?
The median household income in Baltimore city, Maryland is $59,655, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Baltimore city, Maryland?
The median home price in Baltimore city, Maryland is $130,074, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Baltimore city, Maryland?
The unemployment rate in Baltimore city, Maryland is 6.5%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.