Cumberland

Allegany County, Maryland

Population 67K |Median income $59,603 |2 hospitals

Population

67,452

Allegany County

Median Income

$59,603

-12% vs avg

Median Home Value

$154,900

-32% vs avg

Median Age

41.2

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

67K-9%

Median Income

$59,603+52%

Median Home Value

$154,900+28%

Poverty Rate

16.9%-3%

Unemployment

5%-49%

Economics

Median Rent

$805/mo

Poverty Rate

16.9% +19% vs avg

Unemployment 5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 21.1%

Work From Home 9.1%

Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 86.6%

African American 6.9%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.5%

Asian 1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

41%

High Blood Pressure

39.6%

Obesity

36.6%

Physical Inactivity

32%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.9%

Current Smoking

17.7%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.5%

Binge Drinking

14.9%

Diabetes

13.3%

Current Asthma

11.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.7%

Dental Visit 58.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.4%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.9%

Stroke

4.2%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

WESTERN MARYLAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

CUMBERLAND · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Cumberland 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

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

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Carroll and Frederick Counties, Maryland

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Cumberland, MD? ▼

Cumberland, MD has a population of 67,452 people, located in Allegany County, Maryland.

What is the median household income in Cumberland? ▼

The median household income in Cumberland, MD is $59,603 per year. The poverty rate is 16.9%.

What is the median home value in Cumberland? ▼

The median home value in Cumberland, MD is $154,900. Median rent is $805/month.

What are the top health concerns in Cumberland? ▼

The top health indicators in Cumberland include Short Sleep Duration (41%), High Blood Pressure (39.6%), Obesity (36.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Cumberland? ▼

Cumberland has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Cumberland? ▼

The median age in Cumberland, MD is 41.2 years. 21.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Cumberland, MD is located in Allegany County, Maryland. With a population of 67K and a median household income of $59,603, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Cumberland area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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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 (Allegany County) 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.