Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 8.2% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 36% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 395 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,946 (30%) |
| Some College | 4,777 (12%) |
| Associates | 6,193 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 3,538 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,029 (32.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,058 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $339,894 ▲ 22% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,218/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 57,810 |
| Vacant Units | 32,818 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Worcester County is located in Maryland and encompasses 12 ZIP codes spanning 11 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 55,961 residents. With a median age of 49.65, it is a mature county.
Worcester County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $80,058 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.7%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 8.2% is near the national average.
Housing in Worcester County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $339,894 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,217. Homeownership rates are high at 76.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Worcester County are primarily White (77.58%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Worcester County, MD is a middle-income area in Maryland. The 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21811 | Berlin | 24,263 | $91,293 | $362,500 | $1,398 | 5.1% | 45.4% |
| 21813 | Bishopville | 2,936 | $102,332 | $562,600 | $979 | 3.5% | 33.5% |
| 21822 | Eden | 2,603 | $51,500 | $220,100 | $877 | 12.1% | 29.1% |
| 21829 | Girdletree | 259 | $155,676 | $183,300 | — | 21.4% | 63.5% |
| 21841 | Newark | 942 | $78,036 | $326,200 | $1,677 | 4.1% | 28.6% |
| 21842 | Ocean City | 11,121 | $75,372 | $415,900 | $1,258 | 7.3% | 47.5% |
| 21851 | Pocomoke City | 7,252 | $50,847 | $186,700 | $828 | 10.2% | 30.8% |
| 21863 | Snow Hill | 5,202 | $71,250 | $245,500 | $1,058 | 7.4% | 34.4% |
| 21864 | Stockton | 667 | $87,717 | $173,100 | — | 7.6% | 19.5% |
| 21872 | Whaleyville | 675 | $114,625 | $385,700 | — | 0.0% | 49.1% |