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Wicomico County, Maryland
Wicomico County, Maryland. Wicomico County had 106,899 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 3.2% since 2020, faster than Maryland (+1.4%). It holds 19 places (8 cities, villages and boroughs and 11 census-designated) and 21 census tracts. GEOID 24045.
Wicomico County is one of the 2 counties of the Salisbury, MD metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
106,899
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 103,588 · ACS 2020-2024: 104,914
Median household income
$76,210
±$3,602 (90% margin)
Maryland: $103,678
Median home value
$254,700
±$10,820 (90% margin)
Maryland: $419,900
Median gross rent
$1,327
±$54 (90% margin)
Maryland: $1,705
How many people live in Wicomico County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 103,588 residents in Wicomico County. The Census Bureau estimates 106,899 for July 1, 2025, up 3.2% since 2020, faster than Maryland (+1.4%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 104,914 over 374 square miles of land.
| Measure | Wicomico County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 104,914 | 6,206,011 | +2,375 |
| Households | 40,470±582 | 2,362,928 | +2,677 |
| Average household size | 2.49±0.04 | 2.57 | −0.11 |
| Housing units | 44,127±65 | 2,560,784 | +1,745 |
Wicomico County's population since 2000
From 84,644 in 2000 to 106,899 in 2025: up 26.3%. 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 Wicomico County?
Wicomico County holds 19 places: 8 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 11 census-designated places. The largest is Salisbury with 33,845 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Salisbury | 33,050 | $58,576 |
|---|---|---|
| Fruitland | 5,534 | $64,004 |
| Delmar | 3,798 | $85,174 |
| Pittsville | 1,636 | $73,682 |
| Hebron | 1,113 | $97,841 |
| Willards | 963 | $75,333 |
| Sharptown | 691 | $85,938 |
| Mardela Springs | 357 | $64,432 |
| ParsonsburgGEOID 2460425 | 319 | not published |
| TyaskinGEOID 2479225 | 226 | $126,307 |
| NanticokeGEOID 2454925 | 209 | $94,189 |
| AllenGEOID 2400800 | 199 | not published |
| PowellvilleGEOID 2463725 | 188 | $119,531 |
| BivalveGEOID 2407675 | 185 | not published |
| JestervilleGEOID 2442575 | 179 | not published |
| QuanticoGEOID 2464475 | 148 | not published |
| Nanticoke AcresGEOID 2454930 | 120 | not published |
| WhitehavenGEOID 2484225 | 46 | not published |
| WaterviewGEOID 2481925 | 32 | 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 Wicomico County?
The median resident of Wicomico County is 36.2 years old; 22.5% are under 18 and 16.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 57.9%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 26.5%. 9.4% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Wicomico County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36.2±0.3 | 39.4 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 22.5% | 22.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 16.6%±0.3 pts | 16.7% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 7.1% | 12.5% | +1.9 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 57.9%±0.6 pts | 46.6% | −5.1 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 26.5%±0.6 pts | 28.9% | +0.9 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 2.4%±0.3 pts | 6.5% | −0.7 pts |
| 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 | 5.4%±0.7 pts | 4.6% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.5 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 9.4%±1.0 pts | 16.6% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 13.9%±1.4 pts | 21.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 5.9%±0.7 pts | 6.8% | – |
| With a disability | 11.9%±0.8 pts | 11.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.7%±0.9 pts | 6.3% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 90.8%±1.0 pts | 91.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 29.5%±1.5 pts | 43.4% | +2.3 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 11.7%±1.1 pts | 20.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 3.9%±0.8 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 Wicomico County earn?
Half of Wicomico County's 40,470 households earn less than $76,210 a year (±$3,602), against $103,678 in Maryland. In 2015-2019 the median was $70,095 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $6,115 after inflation. 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Wicomico County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $76,210±$3,602 | $103,678 | +$6,115 |
| Mean household income | $99,023±$4,338 | $136,642 | – |
| Per capita income | $37,997±$1,540 | $52,979 | +$3,439 |
| People below the poverty line | 13.9%±1.6 pts | 9.4% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 16.4%±4.0 pts | 11.5% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 17.2%±1.8 pts | 11.2% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.7%±1.3 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 Wicomico County?
Owners occupy 62.3% of Wicomico County's occupied homes and renters 37.7%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $254,700 by its owner (±$10,820). The median renter pays $1,327 a month including utilities, and 39.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Wicomico County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $254,700±$10,820 | $419,900 | +$38,467 |
| Median gross rent | $1,327±$54 | $1,705 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 39.2%±3.8 pts | 42.3% | −6.7 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,654±$48 | $2,347 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 62.3%±1.8 pts | 67.6% | +4.6 pts |
| Housing units | 44,127±65 | 2,560,784 | +1,745 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.7%±0.7 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 3.5%±1.4 pts | 4.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 70.0%±1.8 pts | 51.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 3.9%±0.7 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.4%±0.5 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 9.1%±1.0 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 Wicomico County building?
Builders took permits for 170 new housing units across Wicomico County in 2025 (129 single-family), 1.6 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 Wicomico County get to work?
79.1% of Wicomico County's workers drive alone and 7.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 23.0 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.9%.
| Measure | Wicomico County | Maryland | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 66.3%±1.1 pts | 67.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.9%±1.0 pts | 4.9% | −1.7 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 79.1%±1.6 pts | 64.7% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.2%±1.2 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Walked | 2.0%±0.5 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.9%±1.3 pts | 19.3% | +4.1 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 23.0 min±0.7 | 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 Wicomico County's census tracts?
Wicomico County is divided into 21 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $45,822 (Tract 3) to $103,986 (Tract 108).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Wicomico County compare with Maryland's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 14th of 24 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 7th of 24 |
| Residents per square mile | 15th of 24 |
| Median household income | 18th of 24 |
| Median home value | 20th of 24 |
| Median gross rent | 15th of 24 |
| Poverty rate | 5th of 24 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 17th of 24 |
| Median age | 23rd 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
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