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Calvert County, Maryland Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 15th-largest in Maryland

The population of Calvert County, Maryland is 93,791 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 15th-largest county in Maryland. The median household income is $132,059, the median home value is $440,200, and the median age is 40.5.

The population of Calvert County has grown 6.7% since 2010 (88,989 → 94,913), a +0.46% annualized rate.

Calvert County within Maryland · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

93,791

Population

+0.46%

Annual growth

440

People / sq mi

$132,059

Median Income

$440,200

Median Home Value

Calvert County covers 213 sq mi of land at 439.9 people per square mile.

About Calvert County, MD

What sets Calvert County apart is money: median household income runs $132,059, above the US median of $78,538. With 93,791 residents, Calvert County is a county in Maryland. It ranks #15 among counties in Maryland by population.

Households here are among the highest-earning of all US counties: median income is $132,059, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US counties, at 2.4% — below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $440,200, with typical rent around $1,701.

About 35.3% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, near the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is widespread — 16.4% of workers stay home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 41 minutes each way.

Taken together, the income and housing figures place Calvert County firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US counties — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.

Calvert County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Calvert County had a population of 88,989 in 2010 and 94,913 in 2024, a 6.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 94,913 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.46%.

2024 · 95K20102024
Calvert County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

94,913

Population (2024)

88,989

Population (2010)

94,913

Peak (2024)

0.46%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201088,989
201189,346
201289,746
201390,486
201490,595
201590,542
201691,116
201791,492
201892,131
201992,660
202092,921
202194,249
202294,652
202394,828
202494,913

Race & Ethnicity

White76.5%
Black or African American12.2%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.4%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

40.5

Median Age

50.2%

Female

49.8%

Male

15.9%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.3%
5–9
6.9%
10–14
6.7%
15–19
6.4%
20–24
5.7%
25–34
11.4%
35–44
13.3%
45–54
13.2%
55–59
7.6%
60–64
7.7%
65–74
9.5%
75–84
4.8%
85+
1.6%

Children (under 15): 18.9% · Seniors (65+): 15.9%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$132,059+$30,407 vs state
Mean household income$153,737
Per-capita income$56,411
Poverty rate2.4%-3.9% vs state
Unemployment rate1.9%
Employment-to-population64.0%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
21.2%
Public administration
16.6%
Finance & real estate
12.9%
Construction
11.8%
Education & health care
7.6%
Retail trade
6.3%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.9%
Manufacturing
4.1%

The largest employment sector in Calvert County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.2% of workers.

How residents commute

1.7%

Drive alone

0.8%

Carpool

74.3%

Public transit

16.4%

Work from home

40.7 min

Avg commute

Housing

$440,200+$42,500 vs state

Median home value

$1,701

Median rent

87.2%

Homeownership rate

35,960

Total housing units

93.1%

Occupied

6.9%

Vacant

12.8%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

96.7%

With health insurance

95.8%

With broadband internet

43.4%

Foreign-born

10.9%

Veterans (18+)

9.7%

With a disability

95.0%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

94.9%

High School+

35.3%

Bachelor's+

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County rankings

Frequently Asked Questions

Calvert County, Maryland has a population of 93,791 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 15th-largest county in Maryland. Population density is 440 people per square mile.

The population of Calvert County has grown 6.7% since 2010 (88,989 → 94,913), a +0.46% annualized rate.

The median household income in Calvert County, Maryland is $132,059, with mean (average) household income of $153,737 and per-capita income of $56,411. 2.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Calvert County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (76.5%), Black or African American (12.2%), Hispanic or Latino (1.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Calvert County, Maryland is 40.5 years. Residents are 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

The median home value in Calvert County is $440,200 and median monthly rent is $1,701. 87.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 35,960 total housing units, 6.9% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Calvert County, Maryland is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.9%.

Baltimore is among the largest cities associated with Calvert County, Maryland, with a population of 577,193.


Calvert County, MD Climate

Calvert County, MD has an average annual temperature of 13.4°C (56°F) and receives about 1108 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

13.4°C

Avg Temp

1108

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Calvert County, MD — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January2° / 35°89 mm
February3° / 37°78 mm
March7° / 45°103 mm
April13° / 55°84 mm
May18° / 64°107 mm
June22° / 72°94 mm
July25° / 77°104 mm
August24° / 75°102 mm
September20° / 69°97 mm
October14° / 58°84 mm
November9° / 48°83 mm
December4° / 39°83 mm

1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.

Best time to visit Calvert County, MD

The most comfortable months to visit Calvert County, MD are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). May is usually the wettest month.

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.