Baltimore

MD

Baltimore city, Maryland

Population 573K |Median income $62,177 |14 hospitals

Population
573,243
Baltimore city
Median Income
$62,177
-9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$229,600
Near average
Median Age
36.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
573K-8%
Median Income
$62,177+50%
Median Home Value
$229,600+45%
Poverty Rate
19.7%-17%
Unemployment
6.5%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,331/mo
Poverty Rate
19.7% +39% vs avg
Unemployment 6.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 36.1%
Work From Home 17.8%
Public Transit 10.3%

Population

African American 59.2%
White 26.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.1%
Asian 2.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
41.5%
High Blood Pressure
40.6%
Obesity
38.7%
Physical Inactivity
27.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.4%
Current Smoking
15.8%
Binge Drinking
15.4%
Diabetes
14.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.8%
Current Asthma
12.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.4%
Dental Visit 54.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
10.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.4%
Stroke
4.4%

Hospitals 14 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
3
★★★
5
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
3.3/5
Total Hospitals
14
With ER
9
MEDSTAR UNION MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
BALTIMORE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
MERCY MEDICAL CENTER INC
BALTIMORE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
JOHNS HOPKINS HOSPITAL, THE
BALTIMORE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
MEDSTAR HARBOR HOSPITAL
BALTIMORE · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★★☆
SAINT AGNES HOSPITAL
BALTIMORE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
JOHNS HOPKINS BAYVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
BALTIMORE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
UNIVERSITY OF MD MEDICAL CENTER MIDTOWN CAMPUS
BALTIMORE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
MEDSTAR GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL
BALTIMORE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
VA MARYLAND HEALTHCARE SYSTEM - BALTIMORE
BALTIMORE · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★☆☆
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND MEDICAL CENTER
BALTIMORE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Baltimore Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Coastal Flood Warning Issued for Anne Arundel County Shoreline Through Monday Night

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Western Maryland and West Virginia Through Early Saturday

NOAA · Mar 28, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Chesapeake Bay and Surrounding Maryland Waters

NOAA · Mar 24, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Chesapeake Bay and Baltimore Harbor Through Thursday Morning

NOAA · Mar 23, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Portions of Delaware and Maryland Through 8:30 PM

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Cecil County, Maryland

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Baltimore, MD? ▼
Baltimore, MD has a population of 573,243 people, located in Baltimore city, Maryland.
What is the median household income in Baltimore? ▼
The median household income in Baltimore, MD is $62,177 per year. The poverty rate is 19.7%.
What is the median home value in Baltimore? ▼
The median home value in Baltimore, MD is $229,600. Median rent is $1,331/month.
What are the top health concerns in Baltimore? ▼
The top health indicators in Baltimore include Short Sleep Duration (41.5%), High Blood Pressure (40.6%), Obesity (38.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Baltimore? ▼
Baltimore has 14 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. 9 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Baltimore? ▼
The median age in Baltimore, MD is 36.2 years. 36.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Baltimore, MD is located in Baltimore city, Maryland. With a population of 573K and a median household income of $62,177, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 14 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Baltimore area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Baltimore city) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.