Dorchester County's 2026 population is estimated at 33,570, reflecting a 0.65% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Dorchester County is the 21st largest county in Maryland. The 2010 population was 32,689 and has grown 2.7% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.5 years
Female: 43.3 years
Male: 43.7 years
There are 25,889 adults, (7,538 of whom are seniors) in Dorchester County.
Female: 17,660 (53.9%)
Male: 15,094 (46.1%)
The racial composition of Dorchester County includes 61.63% White, 24.83% Black or African American, 3.8% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 20,185 | 61.63% |
| Black or African American | 8,133 | 24.83% |
| Two or more races | 2,804 | 8.56% |
| Other race | 1,245 | 3.8% |
| Asian | 381 | 1.16% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 6 | 0.02% |
Dorchester County 's average per capita income is $45,134. Household income levels show a median of $61,839. The poverty rate stands at 17.14%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $95,845 | $118,613 |
| Families | $82,768 | $100,588 |
| Households | $61,839 | $84,771 |
| Non Families | $35,116 | $54,750 |
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