Charles County's 2026 population is estimated at 178,898, reflecting a 1.25% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Charles County is the 9th largest county in Maryland. The 2010 population was 147,159 and has grown 21.57% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.9 years
Female: 40 years
Male: 37.4 years
There are 129,805 adults, (23,350 of whom are seniors) in Charles County.
Female: 88,392 (51.8%)
Male: 82,135 (48.2%)
The racial composition of Charles County includes 49.25% Black or African American, 33.38% White, 3.34% Asian, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 83,988 | 49.25% |
| White | 56,930 | 33.38% |
| Two or more races | 18,490 | 10.84% |
| Asian | 5,699 | 3.34% |
| Other race | 4,226 | 2.48% |
| Native American | 1,053 | 0.62% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 141 | 0.08% |
Charles County 's average per capita income is $72,226. Household income levels show a median of $122,816. The poverty rate stands at 6.87%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $160,717 | - |
| Families | $140,298 | $160,610 |
| Households | $122,816 | $141,768 |
| Non Families | $71,345 | $84,644 |
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