Easton, Maryland Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Easton, Maryland is 17,202 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 83rd-largest city in Maryland. The median household income is $73,460, the median home value is $348,400, and the median age is 45.6.
The population has grown 6.7% since 2010 (16,289 → 17,381).
17,202
Population
1499
People / sq mi
$73,460
Median Income
$348,400
Median Home Value
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Easton covers 11.5 sq mi of land at 1499 people per square mile.
About Easton, MD
Age is the most distinctive thing about Easton: a median age of 45.6, older than the national median. With 17,202 residents, Easton is a city in Maryland.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $73,460 — below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 11.6% of residents fall below the poverty line, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $348,400, with typical rent around $1,177.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 39.4% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is close to the national 14.0% at 13.4%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Easton — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Easton town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Easton town had a population of 16,289 in 2010 and 17,381 in 2024, a 6.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,381 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.47%.
17,381
Population (2024)
16,289
Population (2010)
17,381
Peak (2024)
0.47%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,289 |
| 2011 | 16,450 |
| 2012 | 16,601 |
| 2013 | 16,691 |
| 2014 | 16,671 |
| 2015 | 16,641 |
| 2016 | 16,533 |
| 2017 | 16,511 |
| 2018 | 16,571 |
| 2019 | 16,671 |
| 2020 | 17,131 |
| 2021 | 17,290 |
| 2022 | 17,376 |
| 2023 | 17,358 |
| 2024 | 17,381 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 69.1% |
| Black or African American | 14.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$73,460
Median Household Income
$44,843
Per Capita Income
11.6%
Poverty Rate
1.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$348,400
Median Home Value
$1,177
Median Rent
59.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.3%
High School+
39.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.8%
Drive Alone
71.9%
Public Transit
13.4%
Work From Home
23.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
30.3%
Foreign Born
86.2%
Non-English at Home
8.2%
Veterans
16.6%
With Disability
94.9%
Health Insurance
93.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 14.5% |
| Manufacturing | 8.6% |
| Construction | 8.2% |
| Public Administration | 6.0% |
| Information | 4.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.7% |
| Retail Trade | 2.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Easton, Maryland has a population of 17,202 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 83rd-largest city in Maryland.
The median household income in Easton, Maryland is $73,460, with 11.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Easton, Maryland is $348,400, with median monthly rent at $1,177 and a homeownership rate of 59.7%.
The median age in Easton, Maryland is 45.6 years. The population is 46.7% male and 53.3% female.
The population has grown 6.7% since 2010 (16,289 → 17,381).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.