County · Maryland
Kent County, Maryland
Kent County, Maryland. Kent County had 19,565 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 1.9% since 2020, faster than Maryland (+1.4%). It holds 14 places (5 cities, villages and boroughs and 9 census-designated) and 6 census tracts. GEOID 24029.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
19,565
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 19,198 · ACS 2020-2024: 19,346
Median household income
$80,147
±$6,687 (90% margin)
Maryland: $103,678
Median home value
$330,900
±$14,244 (90% margin)
Maryland: $419,900
Median gross rent
$1,209
±$89 (90% margin)
Maryland: $1,705
How many people live in Kent County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 19,198 residents in Kent County. The Census Bureau estimates 19,565 for July 1, 2025, up 1.9% since 2020, faster than Maryland (+1.4%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 19,346 over 277 square miles of land.
| Measure | Kent County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 19,346 | 6,206,011 | −190 |
| Households | 8,493±262 | 2,362,928 | +468 |
| Average household size | 2.09±0.07 | 2.57 | −0.14 |
| Housing units | 10,363±62 | 2,560,784 | −323 |
Kent County's population since 2000
From 19,197 in 2000 to 19,565 in 2025: up 1.9%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Kent County?
Kent County holds 14 places: 5 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 9 census-designated places. The largest is Chestertown with 5,658 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Chestertown | 5,532 | $54,346 |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Hall | 1,198 | $74,597 |
| Galena | 539 | $88,958 |
| Millington | 549 | $61,691 |
| ButlertownGEOID 2411900 | 520 | $72,991 |
| FairleeGEOID 2427325 | 500 | not published |
| Chesapeake LandingGEOID 2416025 | 472 | $53,566 |
| TolchesterGEOID 2478120 | 297 | $121,042 |
| Betterton | 286 | $86,250 |
| KennedyvilleGEOID 2443475 | 230 | $36,510 |
| WortonGEOID 2487000 | 214 | $90,982 |
| EdesvilleGEOID 2424925 | 169 | not published |
| Still PondGEOID 2475150 | 131 | not published |
| GeorgetownGEOID 2431875 | 117 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Kent County?
The median resident of Kent County is 48.6 years old; 15.5% are under 18 and 27.4% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 75.9%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 14.0%. 3.7% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Kent County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48.6±0.9 | 39.4 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 15.5%±0.1 pts | 22.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 27.4%±0.1 pts | 16.7% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.8% | 12.5% | +1.4 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 75.9%±0.7 pts | 46.6% | −1.8 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 14.0%±0.5 pts | 28.9% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.3%±0.3 pts | 6.5% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.7%±0.9 pts | 4.6% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 3.7%±0.9 pts | 16.6% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 5.0%±1.4 pts | 21.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.2%±1.3 pts | 6.8% | – |
| With a disability | 15.3%±2.1 pts | 11.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.1%±1.9 pts | 6.3% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.9%±1.4 pts | 91.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 39.6%±3.1 pts | 43.4% | +4.5 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 18.1%±2.2 pts | 20.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 4.1%±1.1 pts | 2.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Kent County earn?
Half of Kent County's 8,493 households earn less than $80,147 a year (±$6,687), against $103,678 in Maryland. In 2015-2019 it was $72,116 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Kent County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $80,147±$6,687 | $103,678 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $106,060±$6,632 | $136,642 | – |
| Per capita income | $47,492±$2,725 | $52,979 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 9.7%±2.0 pts | 9.4% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 15.3%±5.0 pts | 11.5% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 12.3%±2.4 pts | 11.2% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 85.0%±3.1 pts | 92.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Kent County?
Owners occupy 72.5% of Kent County's occupied homes and renters 27.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $330,900 by its owner (±$14,244). The median renter pays $1,209 a month including utilities, and 45.8% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Kent County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $330,900±$14,244 | $419,900 | +$23,350 |
| Median gross rent | $1,209±$89 | $1,705 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 45.8%±8.7 pts | 42.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,892±$113 | $2,347 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 72.5%±3.6 pts | 67.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 10,363±62 | 2,560,784 | −323 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.4%±1.3 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 6.7%±5.0 pts | 4.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 81.0%±2.8 pts | 51.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 2.6%±1.0 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.6%±0.5 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 19.6%±3.2 pts | 10.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Kent County building?
Builders took permits for 53 new housing units across Kent County in 2025 (37 single-family), 2.7 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Kent County get to work?
68.6% of Kent County's workers drive alone and 11.8% work from home. The average trip to work takes 25.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.0%.
| Measure | Kent County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 60.1%±2.0 pts | 67.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0%±1.1 pts | 4.9% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 68.6%±3.5 pts | 64.7% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.9%±2.4 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.4%±0.5 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Walked | 10.3%±1.9 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 11.8%±2.2 pts | 19.3% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 25.4 min±2.0 | 31.1 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Kent County's census tracts?
Kent County is divided into 6 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $60,938 (Tract 9503) to $93,173 (Tract 9501).
| Tract 950124029950100 | 3,629±356 | $93,173 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 950224029950200 | 4,288±315 | $72,778 |
| Tract 950324029950300 | 5,938±261 | $60,938 |
| Tract 950424029950400 | 2,946±306 | $85,606 |
| Tract 950524029950500 | 2,545±275 | $89,565 |
| Tract 990024029990000 | 0±14 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Kent County compare with Maryland's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 24th of 24 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 14th of 24 |
| Residents per square mile | 22nd of 24 |
| Median household income | 16th of 24 |
| Median home value | 16th of 24 |
| Median gross rent | 17th of 24 |
| Poverty rate | 13th of 24 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 9th of 24 |
| Median age | 3rd of 24 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Kent County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.