Elkridge SnackAbility
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Cost of living in Elkridge summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Elkridge. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Maryland. Key points include:
The cost of living in Elkridge is 134 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Elkridge is 1.3x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Elkridge is $486,970.
The median income in Elkridge is $139,913.
Elkridge's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Elkridge Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Elkridge | Maryland | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 134 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 105 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 109 | 107 | 100 |
| Health | 204 | 152 | 100 |
| Housing | 108 | 109 | 100 |
| Transportation | 105 | 108 | 100 |
| Utilities | 109 | 109 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Elkridge, MD Weather
The average high in Elkridge is 65.8° and the average low is 45.4°.
There are 72.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 43.8 inches of precipitation each year with 20.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Elkridge |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 65.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 45.4 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 72.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 43.8 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 20.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Elkridge Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Elkridge
The current population in Elkridge is 26,283. The population has increased 94.5% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 26,283 | 0.4% |
| 2023 | 26,183 | 3.7% |
| 2022 | 25,251 | 4.7% |
| 2021 | 24,115 | 10.7% |
| 2020 | 21,778 | 1.5% |
| 2019 | 21,458 | 4.6% |
| 2018 | 20,519 | 5.9% |
| 2017 | 19,367 | 5.6% |
| 2016 | 18,344 | 4.5% |
| 2015 | 17,550 | 4.8% |
| 2014 | 16,750 | 5.1% |
| 2013 | 15,937 | 6.5% |
| 2012 | 14,959 | 4.2% |
| 2011 | 14,360 | 6.3% |
| 2010 | 13,512 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Elkridge
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Elkridge is:
34.8% White with 9,152 White residents.
30.6% African American with 8,050 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 30 American Indian residents.
22.4% Asian with 5,885 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 17 Hawaiian residents.
0.5% Other with 123 Other residents.
5.3% Two Or More with 1,391 Two Or More residents.
6.2% Hispanic with 1,635 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Elkridge | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 34.8% | 46.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 30.6% | 28.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 22.4% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.3% | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 6.2% | 12.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in Elkridge
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Elkridge is 52.7% female with 13,855 female residents.
Elkridge is 47.3% male with 12,427 male residents.
| Gender | Elkridge | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Elkridge for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Elkridge completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in Elkridge completed 9-12th grade.
14.0% of adults in Elkridge completed high school / ged.
15.0% of adults in Elkridge completed some college.
7.0% of adults in Elkridge completed associate's degree.
35.0% of adults in Elkridge completed bachelor's degree.
19.0% of adults in Elkridge completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Elkridge completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Elkridge completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Elkridge | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 14.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 15.0% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 35.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 19.0% | 15.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Elkridge, Maryland
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2.3% of households in Elkridge earn Less than $10,000.
1.6% of households in Elkridge earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.2% of households in Elkridge earn $15,000 to $24,999.
3.1% of households in Elkridge earn $25,000 to $34,999.
6.9% of households in Elkridge earn $35,000 to $49,999.
9.3% of households in Elkridge earn $50,000 to $74,999.
10.9% of households in Elkridge earn $75,000 to $99,999.
18.3% of households in Elkridge earn $100,000 to $149,999.
18.0% of households in Elkridge earn $150,000 to $199,999.
27.5% of households in Elkridge earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Elkridge | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.3% | 4.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.6% | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.2% | 4.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3.1% | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6.9% | 7.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9.3% | 12.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.9% | 11.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18.3% | 18.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 18.0% | 12.5% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 27.5% | 20.3% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
