Talbot County, Maryland Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 19th-largest in Maryland
The population of Talbot County, Maryland is 37,707 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 19th-largest county in Maryland. The median household income is $84,378, the median home value is $398,300, and the median age is 51.1.
The population of Talbot County has grown 1.0% since 2010 (37,876 → 38,244), a +0.07% annualized rate.
37,707
Population
+0.07%
Annual growth
140
People / sq mi
$84,378
Median Income
$398,300
Median Home Value
Talbot County covers 269 sq mi of land at 140.4 people per square mile.
About Talbot County, MD
Talbot County skews on age — the median resident is 51.1, older than the national median. With 37,707 residents, Talbot County is a county in Maryland. It ranks #19 among counties in Maryland by population.
The typical household earns $84,378 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.3%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $398,300, with typical rent around $1,248.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US counties: 41.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. Remote work is on the higher side at 14.3%, close to the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Talbot County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Talbot County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Talbot County had a population of 37,876 in 2010 and 38,244 in 2024, a 1.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 38,244 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.07%.
38,244
Population (2024)
37,876
Population (2010)
38,244
Peak (2024)
0.07%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 37,876 |
| 2011 | 37,952 |
| 2012 | 37,995 |
| 2013 | 37,909 |
| 2014 | 37,533 |
| 2015 | 37,431 |
| 2016 | 37,170 |
| 2017 | 37,057 |
| 2018 | 37,052 |
| 2019 | 37,186 |
| 2020 | 37,522 |
| 2021 | 37,792 |
| 2022 | 37,959 |
| 2023 | 38,067 |
| 2024 | 38,244 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 75.7% |
| Black or African American | 12.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
51.1
Median Age
52.0%
Female
48.0%
Male
29.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 15.4% · Seniors (65+): 29.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $84,378$-17,274 vs state |
| Mean household income | $121,378 |
| Per-capita income | $53,527 |
| Poverty rate | 7.3%+1.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 53.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Talbot County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.2% of workers.
How residents commute
0.6%
Drive alone
2.7%
Carpool
72.7%
Public transit
14.3%
Work from home
25.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$398,300+$600 vs state
Median home value
$1,248
Median rent
72.7%
Homeownership rate
19,671
Total housing units
82.4%
Occupied
17.6%
Vacant
27.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.5%
With health insurance
93.7%
With broadband internet
34.2%
Foreign-born
9.0%
Veterans (18+)
16.4%
With a disability
90.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
92.0%
High School+
41.3%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Talbot County, Maryland has a population of 37,707 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 19th-largest county in Maryland. Population density is 140 people per square mile.
The population of Talbot County has grown 1.0% since 2010 (37,876 → 38,244), a +0.07% annualized rate.
The median household income in Talbot County, Maryland is $84,378, with mean (average) household income of $121,378 and per-capita income of $53,527. 7.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Talbot County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (75.7%), Black or African American (12.0%), Hispanic or Latino (1.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Talbot County, Maryland is 51.1 years. Residents are 52.0% female and 48.0% male.
The median home value in Talbot County is $398,300 and median monthly rent is $1,248. 72.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 19,671 total housing units, 17.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Talbot County, Maryland is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.1%.
Baltimore is among the largest cities associated with Talbot County, Maryland, with a population of 577,193.
Talbot County, MD Climate
Talbot County, MD has an average annual temperature of 13.5°C (56°F) and receives about 1134 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.5°C
Avg Temp
1134
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / 35° | 95 mm |
| February | 3° / 37° | 79 mm |
| March | 7° / 45° | 108 mm |
| April | 12° / 54° | 87 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 104 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 90 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 110 mm |
| August | 24° / 76° | 105 mm |
| September | 21° / 69° | 96 mm |
| October | 15° / 58° | 84 mm |
| November | 9° / 49° | 85 mm |
| December | 4° / 40° | 91 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 Talbot County, MD
The most comfortable months to visit Talbot 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). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.