St. Charles

MD

Charles County, Maryland

Population 171K |Median income $122,816 |1 hospital

Population
170,527
Charles County
Median Income
$122,816
+81% vs avg
Median Home Value
$428,500
+88% vs avg
Median Age
38.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
171K+14%
Median Income
$122,816+32%
Median Home Value
$428,500+44%
Poverty Rate
6.9%-1%
Unemployment
4.7%-36%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,920/mo
Poverty Rate
6.9% -51% vs avg
Unemployment 4.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 33.5%
Work From Home 16.4%
Public Transit 2.5%

Population

African American 49.3%
White 33.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 6.1%
Asian 3.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
41.9%
High Blood Pressure
41.4%
Short Sleep Duration
40.6%
Physical Inactivity
23.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
16%
Diabetes
13.4%
Binge Drinking
13.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.8%
Current Smoking
11.5%
Current Asthma
10.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.6%
Annual Checkup 81.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.2%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
UNIVERSITY OF MD CHARLES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
LA PLATA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — St. Charles 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 St. Charles, MD? ▼
St. Charles, MD has a population of 170,527 people, located in Charles County, Maryland.
What is the median household income in St. Charles? ▼
The median household income in St. Charles, MD is $122,816 per year. The poverty rate is 6.9%.
What is the median home value in St. Charles? ▼
The median home value in St. Charles, MD is $428,500. Median rent is $1,920/month.
What are the top health concerns in St. Charles? ▼
The top health indicators in St. Charles include Obesity (41.9%), High Blood Pressure (41.4%), Short Sleep Duration (40.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in St. Charles? ▼
St. Charles has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in St. Charles? ▼
The median age in St. Charles, MD is 38.9 years. 33.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

St. Charles, MD is located in Charles County, Maryland. With a population of 171K and a median household income of $122,816, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the St. Charles 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 (Charles 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.