Frederick County, MD

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Frederick County Overview

273,829
TOTAL POPULATION
135,810
MALE POPULATION
138,019
FEMALE POPULATION
98.40
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.63
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$51,169
PER CAPITA INCOME
$135,543
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$115,724
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,760
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
151,243
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Frederick County Area Codes

Race in Frederick County

The most populous races in Frederick County are White / Caucasian (202,183 | 73.8%), Hispanic or Latino (30,072 | 11.0%), and Black / African American (27,723 | 10.1%).
Race in Frederick County
Race# Population% Population
Asian13,5865.0%
Black / African American27,72310.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific950.0%
Hispanic or Latino30,07211.0%
Native / Alaskan6520.2%
White / Caucasian202,18373.8%
Two or more Races23,6818.6%
Some other Race5,9092.2%
Total273,829100.0%

Ancestry in Frederick County

The most populous ancestries reported in Frederick County are German (52,294 | 19.1%), Irish (38,403 | 14.0%), English (34,814 | 12.7%), Italian (18,412 | 6.7%), and American (13,317 | 4.9%), together accounting for 57.4% of all Frederick County residents.
Ancestry in Frederick County
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan420.0%
African2,2760.8%
Albanian770.0%
American13,3174.9%
Apache1330.1%
Arab1,2850.5%
Argentinean2240.1%
Armenian1220.0%
Australian1350.1%
Austrian4660.2%
Barbadian760.0%
Basque590.0%
Belgian1330.1%
Belizean230.0%
Bhutanese8320.3%
Blackfeet500.0%
Bolivian6400.2%
Brazilian2160.1%
British2,2760.8%
British West Indian520.0%
Bulgarian1320.1%
Burmese2,7111.0%
Cajun530.0%
Canadian4520.2%
Carpatho Rusyn400.0%
Celtic400.0%
Central American11,3374.1%
Central American Indian3710.1%
Cherokee2980.1%
Cheyenne60.0%
Chilean4740.2%
Chippewa400.0%
Choctaw130.0%
Colombian1,4730.5%
Costa Rican6270.2%
Croatian4570.2%
Cuban7000.3%
Czech1,0880.4%
Czechoslovakian3190.1%
Danish5280.2%
Delaware300.0%
Dominican9120.3%
Dutch2,0780.8%
Eastern European1,1380.4%
Ecuadorian5320.2%
Egyptian2360.1%
English34,81412.7%
Estonian530.0%
Ethiopian4980.2%
European5,3461.9%
Filipino2100.1%
Finnish4360.2%
French5,5472.0%
French American Indian90.0%
French Canadian8380.3%
German52,29419.1%
Ghanaian1,4110.5%
Greek1,2910.5%
Guamanian / Chamorro630.0%
Guatemalan2,5860.9%
Guyanese720.0%
Haitian2230.1%
Honduran8000.3%
Hungarian1,4510.5%
Icelander110.0%
Indian (Asian)3,2211.2%
Indonesian6730.3%
Inupiat50.0%
Iranian6050.2%
Iraqi380.0%
Irish38,40314.0%
Iroquois610.0%
Israeli2070.1%
Italian18,4126.7%
Jamaican8560.3%
Japanese4710.2%
Jordanian640.0%
Kenyan1870.1%
Korean2,6201.0%
Laotian2670.1%
Latvian1100.0%
Lebanese3540.1%
Liberian1620.1%
Lithuanian7320.3%
Lumbee210.0%
Luxembourger100.0%
Macedonian100.0%
Malaysian560.0%
Maltese20.0%
Mexican4,7071.7%
Mexican American Indian1660.1%
Mongolian180.0%
Moroccan1370.1%
Native Hawaiian1650.1%
Navajo810.0%
New Zealander400.0%
Nicaraguan4620.2%
Nigerian8490.3%
Northern European3890.1%
Norwegian1,8170.7%
Pakistani4230.2%
Palestinian1570.1%
Panamanian4110.2%
Paraguayan560.0%
Pennsylvania German1410.1%
Peruvian1,4890.5%
Polish8,5633.1%
Portuguese7980.3%
Potawatomi30.0%
Pueblo50.0%
Puerto Rican3,7341.4%
Romanian3910.1%
Russian2,2180.8%
Salvadoran6,4172.3%
Samoan30.0%
Scandinavian6350.2%
Scotch-Irish2,5640.9%
Scottish6,2132.3%
Seminole550.0%
Senegalese700.0%
Serbian1300.1%
Sioux1060.0%
Slavic3050.1%
Slovak8910.3%
Slovene780.0%
Somali510.0%
South African1790.1%
South American6,0112.2%
South American Indian720.0%
Spaniard4840.2%
Spanish5900.2%
Spanish American Indian520.0%
Sri Lankan1,3410.5%
Subsaharan African6,9412.5%
Sudanese170.0%
Swedish1,9090.7%
Swiss1,0350.4%
Syrian560.0%
Thai4,7441.7%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian5850.2%
Turkish5610.2%
U.S. Virgin Islander470.0%
Ugandan190.0%
Ukrainian1,1570.4%
Uruguayan1240.1%
Venezuelan8970.3%
Vietnamese870.0%
Welsh2,2970.8%
West Indian2770.1%
Yugoslavian1240.1%
Yuman780.0%
Zimbabwean350.0%
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Immigrants in Frederick County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Frederick County came from Latin America (14,040 | 5.1%), Asia (9,912 | 3.6%), Central America (8,597 | 3.1%), Africa (4,931 | 1.8%), and El Salvador (4,441 | 1.6%), together accounting for 15.3% of all Frederick County residents.
Immigrants in Frederick County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan420.0%
Africa4,9311.8%
Albania580.0%
Argentina1560.1%
Asia9,9123.6%
Australia1750.1%
Austria110.0%
Bangladesh1350.1%
Barbados250.0%
Belgium620.0%
Bolivia3880.1%
Bosnia and Herzegovina540.0%
Brazil2350.1%
Bulgaria830.0%
Cambodia960.0%
Cameroon7670.3%
Canada3740.1%
Caribbean1,3830.5%
Central America8,5973.1%
Chile3820.1%
China1,6230.6%
Colombia7540.3%
Congo350.0%
Costa Rica4870.2%
Croatia200.0%
Cuba1410.1%
Czechoslovakia340.0%
Dominican Republic1730.1%
Eastern Africa6980.3%
Eastern Asia2,7911.0%
Eastern Europe1,5050.5%
Ecuador1480.1%
Egypt1800.1%
El Salvador4,4411.6%
England2840.1%
Eritrea1920.1%
Ethiopia1170.0%
Europe3,6471.3%
France1330.1%
Germany6960.3%
Ghana1,1220.4%
Greece440.0%
Guatemala1,7930.6%
Guyana990.0%
Haiti880.0%
Honduras3460.1%
Hong Kong390.0%
Hungary180.0%
India2,8001.0%
Indonesia1160.0%
Iran2380.1%
Iraq180.0%
Ireland590.0%
Israel870.0%
Italy2030.1%
Jamaica4930.2%
Japan660.0%
Jordan490.0%
Kazakhstan150.0%
Kenya1440.1%
Korea1,1020.4%
Laos450.0%
Latin America14,0405.1%
Lebanon130.0%
Liberia700.0%
Malaysia420.0%
Mexico1,2940.5%
Micronesia60.0%
Middle Africa8770.3%
Moldova170.0%
Morocco760.0%
Nepal1130.0%
Netherlands650.0%
Nicaragua1160.0%
Nigeria5880.2%
Northern Africa2730.1%
Northern Europe8320.3%
Norway320.0%
Oceania1880.1%
Pakistan4440.2%
Panama1200.0%
Peru1,1490.4%
Philippines1,1340.4%
Poland2640.1%
Romania1420.1%
Russia2830.1%
Scotland330.0%
Senegal1900.1%
Sierra Leone500.0%
Singapore250.0%
Somalia310.0%
South Africa3180.1%
South America4,0601.5%
South Central Asia3,9941.5%
South Eastern Asia2,5250.9%
Southern Europe3140.1%
Spain670.0%
Sri Lanka1060.0%
Sudan170.0%
Sweden230.0%
Switzerland170.0%
Syria220.0%
Taiwan2170.1%
Thailand1580.1%
Trinidad and Tobago4460.2%
Turkey3840.1%
Ukraine3720.1%
Uruguay300.0%
Uzbekistan970.0%
Venezuela5260.2%
Vietnam6060.2%
Western Africa2,6631.0%
Western Asia6020.2%
Western Europe9840.4%
Zaire630.0%
Zimbabwe350.0%
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Sex and Age in Frederick County

Sex and Age in Frederick County

The most populous age groups in Frederick County are 35 to 39 Years (9,936 | 7.3%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (10,408 | 7.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Frederick County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8,037 (5.9%)7,866 (5.7%)
5 to 9 Years8,844 (6.5%)8,655 (6.3%)
10 to 14 Years9,547 (7.0%)8,948 (6.5%)
15 to 19 Years9,325 (6.9%)9,163 (6.6%)
20 to 24 Years8,488 (6.2%)8,185 (5.9%)
25 to 29 Years8,124 (6.0%)7,741 (5.6%)
30 to 34 Years9,150 (6.7%)9,038 (6.6%)
35 to 39 Years9,936 (7.3%)10,408 (7.5%)
40 to 44 Years9,171 (6.8%)8,396 (6.1%)
45 to 49 Years9,020 (6.6%)8,871 (6.4%)
50 to 54 Years9,776 (7.2%)9,642 (7.0%)
55 to 59 Years9,798 (7.2%)9,356 (6.8%)
60 to 64 Years8,409 (6.2%)9,139 (6.6%)
65 to 69 Years6,536 (4.8%)7,621 (5.5%)
70 to 74 Years5,037 (3.7%)4,974 (3.6%)
75 to 79 Years2,832 (2.1%)4,338 (3.1%)
80 to 84 Years1,760 (1.3%)2,545 (1.8%)
85 Years and over2,020 (1.5%)3,133 (2.3%)
Total135,810 (100.0%)138,019 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Frederick County

Median Family Size in Frederick County

The median family size in Frederick County is 3.18 persons per family, with married-couple families (56,610 | 78.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.26 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (4,591 | 6.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.81 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Frederick County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple56,610 (78.9%)3.26
Single Male/Father4,591 (6.4%)2.81
Single Female/Mother10,513 (14.7%)2.88
Total Families71,714 (100.0%)3.18

Median Household Size in Frederick County

The median household size in Frederick County is 2.70 persons per household, with married-couple households (56,610 | 56.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.29 persons per household. non-family households (28,177 | 28.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.25 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Frederick County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple56,610 (56.7%)3.29
Single Male/Father4,591 (4.6%)3.22
Single Female/Mother10,513 (10.5%)3.13
Non-family28,177 (28.2%)1.25
Total Households99,891 (100.0%)2.70

Household Size by Marriage Status in Frederick County

Out of a total of 99,891 households in Frederick County, 71,714 (71.8%) are family households, while 28,177 (28.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 27,382, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 22,275.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Frederick County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-22,275 (22.3%)
2-Person Households27,382 (27.4%)5,058 (5.1%)
3-Person Households16,616 (16.6%)654 (0.6%)
4-Person Households16,409 (16.4%)151 (0.2%)
5-Person Households7,283 (7.3%)39 (0.0%)
6-Person Households2,888 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households1,136 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total71,714 (71.8%)28,177 (28.2%)

Female Fertility in Frederick County

Fertility by Age in Frederick County

Average fertility rate in Frederick County is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 100.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 71.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Frederick County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years2 (0.1%)0.0
20 to 34 years2,488 (71.7%)100.0
35 to 50 years979 (28.2%)33.0
Total3,469 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Frederick County

78.3% of women with births (3,469) in Frederick County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 19.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Frederick County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years1,931 (77.6%)557 (22.4%)
35 to 50 years787 (80.4%)192 (19.6%)
Total2,716 (78.3%)753 (21.7%)

Fertility by Education in Frederick County

Average fertility rate in Frederick County is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 102.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 19.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree represent 31.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Frederick County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School167 (4.8%)19.0
High School Diploma659 (19.0%)59.0
College or Associate's Degree658 (19.0%)37.0
Bachelor's Degree911 (26.3%)57.0
Graduate Degree1,074 (31.0%)102.0
Total3,469 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Frederick County

21.7% of women with births in Frederick County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 90.9% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 52.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Frederick County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School79 (47.3%)88 (52.7%)
High School Diploma424 (64.3%)235 (35.7%)
College or Associate's Degree485 (73.7%)173 (26.3%)
Bachelor's Degree753 (82.7%)158 (17.3%)
Graduate Degree976 (90.9%)98 (9.1%)
Total2,716 (78.3%)753 (21.7%)

Income in Frederick County

Income Overview in Frederick County

Per Capita Income in Frederick County is $51,169, while median incomes of families and households are $135,543 and $115,724 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income273,829$51,169
Median Family Income71,714$135,543
Mean Family Income71,714$156,043
Median Household Income99,891$115,724
Mean Household Income99,891$138,462
Income Deficit71,714$12,760
Wage / Income Gap (%)273,82933.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)273,82966.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index273,8290.40

Earnings by Sex in Frederick County

Average Earnings in Frederick County are $57,696, $69,256 for men and $45,923 for women, a difference of 33.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Frederick County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male83,908 (53.2%)$69,256
Female73,723 (46.8%)$45,923
Total157,631 (100.0%)$57,696

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Frederick County

The most common earnings brackets in Frederick County are $100,000+ for men (28,001 | 33.4%) and $100,000+ for women (13,206 | 17.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Frederick County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less2,922 (3.5%)4,362 (5.9%)
$2,500 to $4,9992,016 (2.4%)2,962 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4992,202 (2.6%)2,677 (3.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9991,332 (1.6%)1,904 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,676 (2.0%)1,941 (2.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9991,255 (1.5%)2,039 (2.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4991,425 (1.7%)1,850 (2.5%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,009 (1.2%)1,282 (1.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4991,263 (1.5%)1,441 (1.9%)
$22,500 to $24,9991,316 (1.6%)2,150 (2.9%)
$25,000 to $29,9992,359 (2.8%)3,703 (5.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9993,484 (4.2%)3,567 (4.8%)
$35,000 to $39,9992,726 (3.3%)3,046 (4.1%)
$40,000 to $44,9992,679 (3.2%)3,150 (4.3%)
$45,000 to $49,9993,233 (3.8%)3,429 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $54,9992,748 (3.3%)2,275 (3.1%)
$55,000 to $64,9995,874 (7.0%)5,398 (7.3%)
$65,000 to $74,9995,587 (6.7%)4,738 (6.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99910,801 (12.9%)8,603 (11.7%)
$100,000+28,001 (33.4%)13,206 (17.9%)
Total83,908 (100.0%)73,723 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Frederick County

Average earnings in Frederick County are $80,138 for men and $55,079 for women, a difference of 31.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $123,590, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $47,523. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $87,772, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $20,467.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Frederick County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$47,523$20,467
High School Diploma$54,932$36,119
College or Associate's Degree$72,194$44,018
Bachelor's Degree$102,923$66,033
Graduate Degree$123,590$87,772
Total$80,138$55,079

Family Income in Frederick County

Family Income Brackets in Frederick County

According to the Frederick County family income data, there are 18,789 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 861 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Frederick County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001,3631.9%
$10,000 to $14,9998611.2%
$15,000 to $24,9991,2911.8%
$25,000 to $34,9991,7212.4%
$35,000 to $49,9992,9404.1%
$50,000 to $74,9997,53010.5%
$75,000 to $99,9998,24711.5%
$100,000 to $149,99916,56623.1%
$150,000 to $199,99912,40717.3%
$200,000+18,78926.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Frederick County

7+ person families (809 | 1.1%) account for the highest median family income in Frederick County with $167,440 per family, while 2-person families (29,492 | 41.1%) have the highest median income of $56,764 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Frederick County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families29,492 (41.1%)$113,527
3-Person Families16,138 (22.5%)$137,610
4-Person Families16,020 (22.3%)$159,943
5-Person Families6,923 (9.7%)$152,181
6-Person Families2,332 (3.3%)$143,673
7+ Person Families809 (1.1%)$167,440
Total71,714 (100.0%)$135,543

Family Income by Number of Earners in Frederick County

The median family income in Frederick County is $135,543, with families comprising 3+ earners (11,241) having the highest median family income of $194,434, while families with no earners (7,653) have the lowest median family income of $63,595, accounting for 15.7% and 10.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Frederick County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners7,653 (10.7%)$63,595
1 Earner19,691 (27.5%)$96,431
2 Earners33,129 (46.2%)$154,953
3+ Earners11,241 (15.7%)$194,434
Total71,714 (100.0%)$135,543

Household Income in Frederick County

Household Income Brackets in Frederick County

With 21,876 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Frederick County, accounting for 21.9% of all households. In contrast, only 1,998 households (2.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Frederick County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002,3972.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991,9982.0%
$15,000 to $24,9993,1973.2%
$25,000 to $34,9993,8963.9%
$35,000 to $49,9996,0936.1%
$50,000 to $74,99912,78612.8%
$75,000 to $99,99911,68711.7%
$100,000 to $149,99921,87621.9%
$150,000 to $199,99914,98415.0%
$200,000+20,97721.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Frederick County

The median household income in Frederick County is $115,724, with the highest median household income of $144,944 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 40,979 households (41.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $60,145, with 1,968 households (2.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Frederick County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,968 (2.0%)$60,145
25 to 44 Years32,902 (32.9%)$117,987
45 to 64 Years40,979 (41.0%)$144,944
65+ Years24,042 (24.1%)$77,304
Total99,891 (100.0%)$115,724

Poverty in Frederick County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Frederick County

With 5.0% poverty level for males and 7.3% for females among the residents of Frederick County, 6 to 11 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 858 males (8.0%) and 962 females (10.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Frederick County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years521 (6.6%)550 (7.0%)
5 Years121 (7.3%)89 (4.7%)
6 to 11 Years858 (8.0%)836 (8.1%)
12 to 14 Years398 (6.8%)426 (8.3%)
15 Years109 (5.2%)224 (10.1%)
16 and 17 Years192 (5.3%)297 (8.9%)
18 to 24 Years741 (6.6%)967 (9.2%)
25 to 34 Years733 (4.3%)1,545 (9.2%)
35 to 44 Years1,033 (5.4%)1,416 (7.5%)
45 to 54 Years596 (3.2%)1,042 (5.6%)
55 to 64 Years791 (4.4%)796 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years399 (3.5%)695 (5.6%)
75 Years and over262 (4.1%)962 (10.3%)
Total6,754 (5.0%)9,845 (7.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Frederick County

According to the poverty statistics in Frederick County, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 55 to 64 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.8% of males and 95.7% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Frederick County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7,332 (93.4%)7,285 (93.0%)
5 Years1,525 (92.6%)1,817 (95.3%)
6 to 11 Years9,926 (92.0%)9,491 (91.9%)
12 to 14 Years5,430 (93.2%)4,700 (91.7%)
15 Years1,982 (94.8%)1,987 (89.9%)
16 and 17 Years3,411 (94.7%)3,044 (91.1%)
18 to 24 Years10,550 (93.4%)9,495 (90.8%)
25 to 34 Years16,281 (95.7%)15,199 (90.8%)
35 to 44 Years17,974 (94.6%)17,362 (92.5%)
45 to 54 Years18,154 (96.8%)17,457 (94.4%)
55 to 64 Years17,366 (95.6%)17,614 (95.7%)
65 to 74 Years11,120 (96.5%)11,794 (94.4%)
75 Years and over6,086 (95.9%)8,375 (89.7%)
Total127,137 (95.0%)125,620 (92.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Frederick County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Frederick County show that 1.7% or 933 of the total 56,610 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 6.2%, comprising of 13 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.3%, which includes 410 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Frederick County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children30,017 (98.7%)410 (1.3%)
1 or 2 Children20,846 (98.5%)325 (1.5%)
3 or 4 Children4,617 (96.2%)185 (3.8%)
5 or more Children197 (93.8%)13 (6.2%)
Total55,677 (98.4%)933 (1.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Frederick County

According to the poverty data in Frederick County, 6.2% or 287 single-father households and 19.4% or 2,044 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 100 households (21.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 38 households (38.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Frederick County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children63 (3.2%)265 (6.6%)
1 or 2 Children124 (5.9%)1,452 (27.2%)
3 or 4 Children100 (21.8%)289 (27.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)38 (38.0%)
Total287 (6.2%)2,044 (19.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Frederick County

The poverty data for Frederick County shows that 933 of the married-couple family households (1.7%) and 2,331 of the single-parent households (15.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (6.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 38 household (29.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Frederick County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children410 (1.3%)328 (5.5%)
1 or 2 Children325 (1.5%)1,576 (21.1%)
3 or 4 Children185 (3.8%)389 (25.4%)
5 or more Children13 (6.2%)38 (29.9%)
Total933 (1.7%)2,331 (15.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Frederick County

Employment by Class of Employer in Frederick County

Among the 143,078 employed individuals in Frederick County, private company employees (88,875 | 62.1%), local government employees (13,785 | 9.6%), and federal government employees (12,934 | 9.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Frederick County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees88,87562.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)5,1123.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)6,6434.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations12,1738.5%
Local Government Employees13,7859.6%
State Government Employees3,2152.2%
Federal Government Employees12,9349.0%
Unpaid Family Workers3410.2%
Total143,078100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Frederick County

According to the labor force statistics for Frederick County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (217,616), 69.5% or 151,243 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 5,596 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 88.4% or 14,025 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.9% or 636 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Frederick County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years5,839 (41.2%)636 (10.9%)
20 to 24 Years13,455 (80.7%)1,103 (8.2%)
25 to 29 Years14,025 (88.4%)575 (4.1%)
30 to 34 Years15,842 (87.1%)333 (2.1%)
35 to 44 Years32,452 (85.6%)974 (3.0%)
45 to 54 Years32,496 (87.1%)975 (3.0%)
55 to 59 Years15,706 (82.0%)361 (2.3%)
60 to 64 Years12,003 (68.4%)420 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years7,951 (32.9%)207 (2.6%)
75 Years and over1,563 (9.4%)55 (3.5%)
Total151,243 (69.5%)5,596 (3.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Frederick County

According to labor force statistics for Frederick County, 83.9% of individuals (122,473) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (145,975) are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 3,674 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.4% or 59,033 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.9% or 297 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Frederick County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School6,067 (72.8%)408 (4.9%)
High School Diploma24,438 (78.8%)1,241 (4.0%)
College / Associate Degree32,955 (82.7%)1,156 (2.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher59,033 (88.4%)1,603 (2.4%)
Total122,473 (83.9%)4,379 (3.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Frederick County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Frederick County are Management (20,495 | 14.2%), Community & Social Service (16,583 | 11.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (16,530 | 11.4%), Business & Financial (10,221 | 7.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (9,904 | 6.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Frederick County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Frederick County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (85.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (71.1%), and Computers & Mathematics (69.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.8%), Health Technologists (79.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (76.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Frederick County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management12,353 (60.3%)8,142 (39.7%)
Business & Financial4,509 (44.1%)5,712 (55.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science11,752 (71.1%)4,778 (28.9%)
Computers & Mathematics6,363 (69.8%)2,750 (30.2%)
Architecture & Engineering3,042 (85.6%)513 (14.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science2,347 (60.8%)1,515 (39.2%)
Community & Social Service 5,435 (32.8%)11,148 (67.2%)
Education, Arts & Media734 (32.2%)1,547 (67.8%)
Legal Services & Support692 (48.2%)745 (51.8%)
Education Instruction & Library2,372 (23.9%)7,532 (76.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment1,637 (55.3%)1,324 (44.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1,679 (20.2%)6,625 (79.8%)
Health Technologists1,219 (20.7%)4,672 (79.3%)
Total (Category)35,728 (49.5%)36,405 (50.5%)
Total (Overall)77,763 (53.7%)66,910 (46.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Frederick County are Food Preparation & Serving (6,581 | 4.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (4,712 | 3.3%), Security & Protection (3,799 | 2.6%), Personal Care & Service (3,304 | 2.3%), and Healthcare Support (3,106 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in Frederick County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Frederick County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (87.9%), Security & Protection (87.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (87.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (85.0%), Personal Care & Service (78.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (58.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Frederick County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support467 (15.0%)2,639 (85.0%)
Security & Protection3,331 (87.7%)468 (12.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention1,787 (87.5%)256 (12.5%)
Law Enforcement1,544 (87.9%)212 (12.1%)
Food Preparation & Serving2,723 (41.4%)3,858 (58.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance3,364 (71.4%)1,348 (28.6%)
Personal Care & Service728 (22.0%)2,576 (78.0%)
Total (Category)10,613 (49.4%)10,889 (50.6%)
Total (Overall)77,763 (53.7%)66,910 (46.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Frederick County are Office & Administration (13,869 | 9.6%), and Sales & Related (12,828 | 8.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Frederick County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Frederick County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related6,634 (51.7%)6,194 (48.3%)
Office & Administration3,551 (25.6%)10,318 (74.4%)
Total (Category)10,185 (38.2%)16,512 (61.9%)
Total (Overall)77,763 (53.7%)66,910 (46.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Frederick County are Construction & Extraction (7,183 | 5.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (4,731 | 3.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (460 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Frederick County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Frederick County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry274 (59.6%)186 (40.4%)
Construction & Extraction7,028 (97.8%)155 (2.2%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair4,622 (97.7%)109 (2.3%)
Total (Category)11,924 (96.4%)450 (3.6%)
Total (Overall)77,763 (53.7%)66,910 (46.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Frederick County are Production (4,351 | 3.0%), Transportation (3,971 | 2.7%), and Material Moving (3,645 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Frederick County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Frederick County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production3,065 (70.4%)1,286 (29.6%)
Transportation3,375 (85.0%)596 (15.0%)
Material Moving2,873 (78.8%)772 (21.2%)
Total (Category)9,313 (77.8%)2,654 (22.2%)
Total (Overall)77,763 (53.7%)66,910 (46.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Frederick County

Employment Industries in Frederick County

The major employment industries in Frederick County include Professional & Scientific (20,039 | 13.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (16,638 | 11.5%), Retail Trade (14,647 | 10.1%), Educational Services (13,987 | 9.7%), and Construction (13,065 | 9.0%).
Employment Industries in Frederick County

Employment Industries by Sex in Frederick County

The Frederick County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (94.3%), Utilities (93.5%), and Construction (88.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (79.3%), Enterprise Management (69.2%), and Educational Services (68.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Frederick County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting859 (65.7%)449 (34.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction197 (94.3%)12 (5.7%)
Construction11,583 (88.7%)1,482 (11.3%)
Manufacturing5,354 (67.6%)2,560 (32.4%)
Wholesale Trade1,721 (70.1%)733 (29.9%)
Retail Trade7,819 (53.4%)6,828 (46.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing3,439 (81.0%)808 (19.0%)
Utilities486 (93.5%)34 (6.5%)
Information1,905 (65.6%)999 (34.4%)
Finance & Insurance2,747 (41.7%)3,847 (58.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing1,579 (53.7%)1,359 (46.3%)
Professional & Scientific11,373 (56.8%)8,666 (43.2%)
Enterprise Management81 (30.8%)182 (69.2%)
Administrative & Support3,415 (61.8%)2,115 (38.3%)
Educational Services4,418 (31.6%)9,569 (68.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3,451 (20.7%)13,187 (79.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation1,775 (63.9%)1,003 (36.1%)
Accommodation & Food Services3,666 (42.6%)4,934 (57.4%)
Public Administration8,231 (64.4%)4,554 (35.6%)
Total77,763 (53.7%)66,910 (46.3%)

Education in Frederick County

School Enrollment in Frederick County

The most common levels of schooling among the 70,133 students in Frederick County are high school (15,834 | 22.6%), middle school (14,542 | 20.7%), and college / undergraduate (14,466 | 20.6%).
School Enrollment in Frederick County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4,0875.8%
Kindergarten3,3454.8%
Elementary School13,38219.1%
Middle School14,54220.7%
High School15,83422.6%
College / Undergraduate14,46620.6%
Graduate / Professional4,4776.4%
Total70,133100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Frederick County

Out of a total of 70,133 students who are enrolled in schools in Frederick County, 12,694 (18.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 57,439 (81.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1,359 (47.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 10,231 (92.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Frederick County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,489 (52.3%)1,359 (47.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old13,985 (85.6%)2,354 (14.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds16,623 (91.4%)1,556 (8.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds10,231 (92.4%)835 (7.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds3,918 (66.9%)1,939 (33.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds5,074 (68.7%)2,310 (31.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2,975 (71.9%)1,163 (28.1%)
35 Years and over3,146 (72.8%)1,176 (27.2%)
Total57,439 (81.9%)12,694 (18.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Frederick County

Business (14,713 | 16.7%), education (8,938 | 10.2%), social sciences (8,232 | 9.4%), science & technology (7,595 | 8.6%), and bio, nature & agricultural (7,594 | 8.6%) are the most common fields of study among 87,895 individuals in Frederick County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Frederick County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics5,7376.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural7,5948.6%
Physical & Health Sciences3,3953.9%
Psychology4,3364.9%
Social Sciences8,2329.4%
Engineering6,4837.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies5270.6%
Science & Technology7,5958.6%
Business14,71316.7%
Education8,93810.2%
Literature & Languages3,4413.9%
Liberal Arts & History3,9124.4%
Visual & Performing Arts3,0983.5%
Communications3,5784.1%
Arts & Humanities6,3167.2%
Total87,895100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Frederick County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Frederick County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Frederick County are males with 2 vehicles (31,417, accounting for 40.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (26,286, making up 48.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Frederick County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle1,216 (1.6%)812 (1.3%)
1 Vehicle9,650 (12.5%)10,356 (15.9%)
2 Vehicles31,417 (40.8%)26,286 (40.4%)
3 Vehicles19,549 (25.4%)15,699 (24.1%)
4 Vehicles8,843 (11.5%)7,118 (10.9%)
5 or more Vehicles6,376 (8.3%)4,872 (7.5%)
Total77,051 (100.0%)65,143 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Frederick County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Frederick County are 60 to 89 minutes (18,219 commuters, 15.2%), 15 to 19 minutes (16,601 commuters, 13.9%), and 20 to 24 minutes (14,629 commuters, 12.2%).
Commute Time in Frederick County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,8991.6%
5 to 9 Minutes8,7757.3%
10 to 14 Minutes14,41612.0%
15 to 19 Minutes16,60113.9%
20 to 24 Minutes14,62912.2%
25 to 29 Minutes5,6734.7%
30 to 34 Minutes11,3429.5%
35 to 39 Minutes3,1472.6%
40 to 44 Minutes4,1283.5%
45 to 59 Minutes14,53012.1%
60 to 89 Minutes18,21915.2%
90 or more Minutes6,3495.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Frederick County

The most common commute times in Frederick County are 60 to 89 minutes (12,040 commuters, 18.3%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (7,854 commuters, 14.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Frederick County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1,029 (1.6%)870 (1.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes4,312 (6.5%)4,463 (8.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes6,826 (10.3%)7,590 (14.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes8,747 (13.3%)7,854 (14.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes7,235 (11.0%)7,394 (13.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes2,512 (3.8%)3,161 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes5,741 (8.7%)5,601 (10.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes1,804 (2.7%)1,343 (2.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes2,243 (3.4%)1,885 (3.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes9,060 (13.7%)5,470 (10.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes12,040 (18.3%)6,179 (11.5%)
90 or more Minutes4,382 (6.7%)1,967 (3.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Frederick County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Frederick County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (7,895, 12.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (7,852, 14.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Frederick County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM6,051 (9.2%)1,545 (2.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM5,334 (8.1%)2,169 (4.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5,597 (8.5%)2,185 (4.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM7,895 (12.0%)3,896 (7.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM6,132 (9.3%)4,778 (8.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM7,560 (11.5%)6,910 (12.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM6,004 (9.1%)7,852 (14.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM6,197 (9.4%)6,268 (11.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM3,002 (4.5%)4,000 (7.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM3,699 (5.6%)4,207 (7.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1,551 (2.4%)1,952 (3.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM719 (1.1%)1,073 (2.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM3,482 (5.3%)3,648 (6.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2,708 (4.1%)3,294 (6.1%)
Total65,931 (100.0%)53,777 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Frederick County

Occupancy by Ownership in Frederick County

Of the total 99,891 dwellings in Frederick County, owner-occupied units account for 76,338 (76.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 23,553 (23.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Frederick County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units76,33876.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units23,55323.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units99,891100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Frederick County

Occupancy by Household Size in Frederick County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household22,27522.3%
2-Person Household32,44032.5%
3-Person Household17,27017.3%
4+ Person Household27,90627.9%
Total Housing Units99,891100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Frederick County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Frederick County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household13,701 (61.5%)8,574 (38.5%)
2-Person Household25,955 (80.0%)6,485 (20.0%)
3-Person Household13,327 (77.2%)3,943 (22.8%)
4+ Person Household23,355 (83.7%)4,551 (16.3%)
Total Housing Units76,338 (76.4%)23,553 (23.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Frederick County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Frederick County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School3,255 (56.3%)2,524 (43.7%)
High School Diploma13,949 (70.1%)5,952 (29.9%)
College/Associate Degree19,450 (74.9%)6,529 (25.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher39,684 (82.3%)8,548 (17.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Frederick County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Frederick County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years15,64215.7%
35 to 44 Years19,22819.3%
45 to 54 Years20,54020.6%
55 to 64 Years20,43920.5%
65 to 74 Years14,56614.6%
75 to 84 Years6,6376.6%
85 Years and Over2,8392.8%
Total99,891100.0%

Housing Finances in Frederick County

Median Income by Occupancy in Frederick County

Median Income by Occupancy in Frederick County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied76,338 (76.4%)$135,090
Renter-Occupied23,553 (23.6%)$65,632
Average99,891 (100.0%)$115,724

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Frederick County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Frederick County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001,036 (1.4%)448 (1.9%)
$5,000 to $9,999398 (0.5%)509 (2.2%)
$10,000 to $14,999551 (0.7%)1,444 (6.1%)
$15,000 to $19,999876 (1.1%)842 (3.6%)
$20,000 to $24,999706 (0.9%)753 (3.2%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,882 (2.5%)2,028 (8.6%)
$35,000 to $49,9993,575 (4.7%)2,545 (10.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9997,975 (10.4%)4,828 (20.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9998,615 (11.3%)3,026 (12.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99917,701 (23.2%)4,159 (17.7%)
$150,000 or more33,023 (43.3%)2,971 (12.6%)
Total76,338 (100.0%)23,553 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Frederick County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Frederick County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300784 (1.0%)336 (1.4%)
$300 to $4993,245 (4.3%)575 (2.4%)
$500 to $7999,462 (12.4%)877 (3.7%)
$800 to $9994,038 (5.3%)1,615 (6.9%)
$1,000 to $1,4998,557 (11.2%)5,979 (25.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99912,990 (17.0%)7,555 (32.1%)
$2,000 to $2,49912,972 (17.0%)3,594 (15.3%)
$2,500 to $2,9999,759 (12.8%)1,561 (6.6%)
$3,000 or more14,531 (19.0%)691 (2.9%)
Total76,338 (100.0%)23,553 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Frederick County

Housing Structures in Frederick County

Housing Structures in Frederick County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached61,18861.3%
Single Unit, Attached21,71121.7%
2 Unit Apartments1,1401.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,6361.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2,9533.0%
10 or more Apartments10,65010.7%
Mobile Home / Other6130.6%
Total99,891100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Frederick County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Frederick County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached56,540 (92.4%)4,648 (7.6%)
Single Unit, Attached16,574 (76.3%)5,137 (23.7%)
2 Unit Apartments144 (12.6%)996 (87.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments87 (5.3%)1,549 (94.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments474 (16.1%)2,479 (84.0%)
10 or more Apartments2,208 (20.7%)8,442 (79.3%)
Mobile Home / Other311 (50.7%)302 (49.3%)
Total76,338 (76.4%)23,553 (23.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Frederick County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Frederick County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room52 (0.1%)716 (3.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms938 (1.2%)4,619 (19.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms11,230 (14.7%)9,862 (41.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms24,881 (32.6%)4,970 (21.1%)
8 or more Rooms39,237 (51.4%)3,386 (14.4%)
Total76,338 (100.0%)23,553 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Frederick County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Frederick County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas27,489 (36.0%)5,231 (22.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3,363 (4.4%)485 (2.1%)
Electricity33,846 (44.3%)15,949 (67.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene8,804 (11.5%)1,425 (6.0%)
Coal or Coke70 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2,526 (3.3%)374 (1.6%)
No Fuel Used240 (0.3%)89 (0.4%)
Total76,338 (100.0%)23,553 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Frederick County

Household Vehicle Usage in Frederick County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,248 (1.6%)2,613 (11.1%)
1 Vehicle14,460 (18.9%)10,569 (44.9%)
2 Vehicles32,335 (42.4%)7,547 (32.0%)
3 or more Vehicles28,295 (37.1%)2,824 (12.0%)
Total76,338 (100.0%)23,553 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Frederick County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Frederick County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units18,01958,319
Median Property Value$385,900$420,600
Median Household Income$95,793$27,539
Monthly Housing Costs$662$14,526
Real Estate Taxes$3,911$1,101

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Frederick County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Frederick County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000452 (2.5%)545 (0.9%)
$50,000 to $99,999158 (0.9%)225 (0.4%)
$100,000 to $299,9995,108 (28.3%)12,304 (21.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9997,833 (43.5%)26,348 (45.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9993,226 (17.9%)14,617 (25.1%)
$750,000 to $999,999861 (4.8%)3,105 (5.3%)
$1,000,000 or more381 (2.1%)1,175 (2.0%)
Total18,019 (100.0%)58,319 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Frederick County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Frederick County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000634 (3.5%)826 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $24,9991,116 (6.2%)800 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,068 (5.9%)1,017 (1.7%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,559 (8.6%)814 (1.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,691 (14.9%)2,016 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,228 (12.4%)5,284 (9.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9993,239 (18.0%)6,387 (11.0%)
$150,000 or more5,484 (30.4%)14,462 (24.8%)
Total18,019 (100.0%)58,319 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Frederick County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Frederick County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x3,424 (19.0%)144,187 (247.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x3,524 (19.6%)12,616 (21.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x2,605 (14.5%)18,006 (30.9%)
4.0x or more8,284 (46.0%)11,830 (20.3%)
Total18,019 (100.0%)58,319 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Frederick County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Frederick County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800358 (2.0%)88 (0.2%)
$800 to $1,499649 (3.6%)972 (1.7%)
$800 to $1,49916,447 (91.3%)1,515 (2.6%)
Total18,019 (100.0%)58,319 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Frederick County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Frederick County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Frederick County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years19,094 (98.1%)363 (1.9%)
6 to 18 Years46,063 (97.2%)1,331 (2.8%)
19 to 25 Years21,230 (94.0%)1,360 (6.0%)
26 to 34 Years28,680 (92.9%)2,205 (7.1%)
35 to 44 Years34,113 (90.9%)3,429 (9.1%)
45 to 54 Years35,268 (95.4%)1,715 (4.6%)
55 to 64 Years34,836 (95.3%)1,716 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years23,919 (99.6%)89 (0.4%)
75 Years and older15,643 (99.7%)42 (0.3%)
Total258,846 (95.5%)12,250 (4.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Frederick County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Frederick County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born19,094 (98.1%)363 (1.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen46,063 (97.2%)1,331 (2.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen21,230 (94.0%)1,360 (6.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Frederick County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Frederick County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00011,932 (90.7%)1,217 (9.3%)
$25,000 to $49,99917,617 (90.5%)1,845 (9.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99925,369 (92.1%)2,168 (7.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99927,161 (96.1%)1,115 (3.9%)
$100,000 and over174,134 (96.8%)5,798 (3.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Frederick County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Frederick County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 64,841 (24.9%)14,860 (76.4%)
6 to 18 Years10,963 (23.1%)36,376 (76.7%)
19 to 25 Years2,952 (13.1%)18,575 (82.2%)
25 to 34 Years4,453 (14.4%)25,026 (81.0%)
35 to 44 Years4,818 (12.8%)30,601 (81.5%)
45 to 54 Years4,349 (11.8%)32,439 (87.7%)
55 to 64 Years4,569 (12.5%)31,851 (87.1%)
65 to 74 Years22,103 (92.1%)17,813 (74.2%)
75 Years and over15,292 (97.5%)12,046 (76.8%)
Total74,340 (27.4%)219,587 (81.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Frederick County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Frederick County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years92 (1.1%)101 (1.3%)
5 to 17 Years1,470 (6.1%)960 (4.2%)
18 to 34 Years2,070 (7.2%)1,620 (5.7%)
35 to 64 Years4,557 (8.2%)4,753 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years2,380 (20.7%)2,729 (21.8%)
75 Years and over2,330 (36.7%)3,688 (39.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Frederick County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Frederick County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years92 (1.1%)70 (0.9%)
5 to 17 Years357 (1.5%)226 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years292 (1.0%)263 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years1,456 (2.6%)1,055 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,263 (11.0%)679 (5.4%)
75 Years and over1,388 (21.9%)1,672 (17.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Frederick County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19 (0.2%)31 (0.4%)
5 to 17 Years164 (0.7%)50 (0.2%)
18 to 34 Years163 (0.6%)285 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years695 (1.3%)658 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years271 (2.4%)510 (4.1%)
75 Years and over334 (5.3%)538 (5.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Frederick County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,128 (4.7%)608 (2.6%)
18 to 34 Years1,404 (4.9%)1,162 (4.1%)
35 to 64 Years1,424 (2.6%)1,500 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years322 (2.8%)726 (5.8%)
75 Years and over711 (11.2%)897 (9.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Frederick County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years161 (0.7%)57 (0.3%)
18 to 34 Years230 (0.8%)335 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years2,047 (3.7%)2,684 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,151 (10.0%)2,083 (16.7%)
75 Years and over1,426 (22.5%)2,442 (26.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Frederick County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years350 (1.5%)181 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years142 (0.5%)145 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years514 (0.9%)532 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years246 (2.1%)390 (3.1%)
75 Years and over636 (10.0%)818 (8.8%)

Technology Access in Frederick County

Computing Device Access in Frederick County

Computing Device Access in Frederick County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop87,65687.7%
Smartphone90,90791.0%
Tablet73,34373.4%
No Computing Device4,3234.3%
Total99,891100.0%

Internet Access in Frederick County

Internet Access in Frederick County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet1110.1%
Broadband Home79,65979.7%
Cellular Data Only8,3598.4%
Satellite Internet5,5805.6%
No Internet8,0378.1%
Total99,891100.0%

Frederick County Summary

Frederick County, Maryland is located in the northern part of the state, and is part of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metropolitan area. It is bordered by Washington County to the north, Carroll County to the west, Montgomery County to the south, and Howard County to the east. The county seat is Frederick, and the county is home to a population of approximately 250,000 people.

Geography

Frederick County is located in the northern part of Maryland, and is part of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metropolitan area. It is bordered by Washington County to the north, Carroll County to the west, Montgomery County to the south, and Howard County to the east. The county is located in the Appalachian Mountains, and is home to a variety of terrain, including rolling hills, valleys, and mountains. The highest point in the county is Catoctin Mountain, which has an elevation of 1,890 feet. The county is also home to several rivers, including the Monocacy River, the Potomac River, and the Shenandoah River.

History

Frederick County was established in 1748, and was named after Frederick Calvert, the sixth Lord Baltimore. The county was originally part of Prince George's County, and was later divided into Frederick and Montgomery Counties. During the American Revolution, the county was the site of several battles, including the Battle of Monocacy and the Battle of South Mountain.
In the 19th century, the county was home to a variety of industries, including iron and steel production, textiles, and agriculture. The county was also home to a number of prominent figures, including Francis Scott Key, who wrote the lyrics to the Star-Spangled Banner, and John Brown, who led a raid on Harpers Ferry in 1859.

Economy

Frederick County is home to a variety of industries, including manufacturing, technology, healthcare, and education. The county is home to several major employers, including Fort Detrick, the National Institutes of Health, and the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases. The county is also home to a number of smaller businesses, including wineries, breweries, and distilleries.
The county is home to a number of shopping centers, including the Francis Scott Key Mall, the Westview Promenade, and the Frederick Towne Mall. The county is also home to a variety of restaurants, including local favorites such as the Flying Dog Brewery and the Brewer's Alley.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Frederick County had a population of 250,000 people. The population is predominantly white (83.3%), with African Americans making up 8.3% of the population, Hispanics making up 6.2%, and Asians making up 2.2%. The median household income in the county is $76,000, and the median home value is $310,000.
The county is home to a variety of religious denominations, including Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. The county is also home to a number of higher education institutions, including Hood College, Frederick Community College, and Mount St. Mary's University.

Conclusion

Frederick County, Maryland is a vibrant and diverse county located in the northern part of the state. The county is home to a variety of industries, including manufacturing, technology, healthcare, and education. The county is also home to a variety of religious denominations, and is home to a number of higher education institutions. The county is home to a population of approximately 250,000 people, and has a median household income of $76,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Frederick County?
Total Population of Frederick County is 273,829.
What is the Total Male Population of Frederick County?
Total Male Population of Frederick County is 135,810.
What is the Total Female Population of Frederick County?
Total Female Population of Frederick County is 138,019.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Frederick County?
There are 98.40 Males per 100 Females in Frederick County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Frederick County?
There are 101.63 Females per 100 Males in Frederick County.
What is the Median Population Age in Frederick County?
Median Population Age in Frederick County is 38.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Frederick County
Average Family Size in Frederick County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Frederick County
Average Household Size in Frederick County is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Frederick County?
Per Capita income in Frederick County is $51,169.
What is the Median Family Income in Frederick County?
Median Family Income in Frederick County is $135,543.
What is the Median Household income in Frederick County?
Median Household Income in Frederick County is $115,724.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Frederick County?
Income or Wage Gap in Frederick County is 33.7%.
Women in Frederick County earn 66.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Frederick County?
Family Income Deficit in Frederick County is $12,760.
Families that are below poverty line in Frederick County earn $12,760 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Frederick County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Frederick County is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Frederick County?
There are 151,243 People in the Labor Forcein in Frederick County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Frederick County?
69.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Frederick County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Frederick County?
Unemployment Rate in Frederick County is 3.7%.