Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 10.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 36.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 839 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 23,644 (34.7%) |
| Some College | 10,093 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 8,914 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 5,875 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 18,847 (27.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,735 ▲ 22% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $312,126 ▲ 12% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,336/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 44,159 |
| Vacant Units | 3,987 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Cecil County is located in Maryland and encompasses 17 ZIP codes spanning 16 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 104,366 residents. With a median age of 40.98, it is a middle-aged county.
Cecil County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $92,734 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.7% is near the national average.
Housing in Cecil County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $312,126 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,335. Homeownership rates are high at 75.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Cecil County are primarily White (81.38%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 36.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Cecil County, MD is a middle-income area in Maryland. The 17 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21913 | Cecilton | 863 | $95,795 | $233,800 | $882 | 1.5% | 41.8% |
| 21914 | Charlestown | 786 | $57,167 | $300,600 | $1,490 | 0.0% | 39.0% |
| 21915 | Chesapeake City | 2,471 | $97,794 | $353,200 | $858 | 5.3% | 33.0% |
| 21917 | Colora | 1,786 | $104,583 | $362,200 | — | 3.2% | 22.4% |
| 21918 | Conowingo | 4,125 | $81,026 | $293,800 | $1,008 | 5.7% | 28.2% |
| 21919 | Earleville | 3,644 | $115,152 | $347,900 | $1,665 | 6.1% | 37.0% |
| 21920 | Elk Mills | 1,153 | $119,156 | $338,600 | — | 0.0% | 35.6% |
| 21921 | Elkton | 45,698 | $84,608 | $296,000 | $1,413 | 3.9% | 36.9% |
| 21901 | North East | 19,585 | $113,107 | $342,800 | $1,418 | 5.5% | 42.8% |
| 21903 | Perryville | 5,679 | $77,500 | $271,700 | $1,053 | 4.7% | 32.0% |
| 21904 | Port Deposit | 6,401 | $84,375 | $318,800 | $1,245 | 5.1% | 27.6% |
| 21911 | Rising Sun | 10,402 | $100,401 | $313,900 | $1,205 | 5.7% | 34.9% |
| 21912 | Warwick | 1,430 | $65,074 | $385,600 | — | 2.2% | 34.8% |