Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV Metro Area

Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV · Metro Area

302,649Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 3 counties (2 central, 1 outlying), part of the Washington-Baltimore-Arlington, DC-MD-VA-WV-PA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $78,802
Median home value: $278,100
Land area: 1,008 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Washington County, MD	Central	155,709	$77,747	$296,100
Berkeley County, WV	Central	129,514	$80,815	$266,300
Morgan County, WV	Outlying	17,426	$72,179	$240,600

Largest cities and towns

68 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Hagerstown, MD	City	43,665	$52,221
Martinsburg, WV	City	18,904	$59,555
Halfway, MD	CDP	10,849	$71,036
Robinwood, MD	CDP	8,042	$90,840
Fountainhead-Orchard Hills, MD	CDP	6,567	$103,340
St. James, MD	CDP	4,824	$97,361
Boonsboro, MD	Town	3,809	$95,956
Maugansville, MD	CDP	3,624	$79,019
Smithsburg, MD	Town	3,115	$100,673
Inwood, WV	CDP	2,794	$84,286
Paramount-Long Meadow, MD	CDP	2,569	$122,262
Falling Waters, WV	CDP	2,183	$88,466
Williamsport, MD	Town	1,949	$61,607
Wilson-Conococheague, MD	CDP	1,663	$64,296
Hancock, MD	Town	1,625	$34,886
Keedysville, MD	Town	1,183	$149,545
Highfield-Cascade, MD	CDP	1,089	$62,368
Funkstown, MD	Town	1,076	$61,392
Downsville, MD	CDP	958	$220,063
Cavetown, MD	CDP	858	$108,677
Mount Aetna, MD	CDP	637	$145,662
Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV	Town	610	$31,094
Great Cacapon, WV	CDP	587	$53,173
Sharpsburg, MD	Town	585	$71,500
Fairplay, MD	CDP	511	$120,652

Also in the Washington-Baltimore-Arlington, DC-MD-VA-WV-PA combined area

Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · metro · 6,318,377 Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD · metro · 2,849,436 Lexington Park, MD · metro · 209,439 Chambersburg, PA · metro · 157,379 Winchester, VA-WV · metro · 146,386 Easton, MD · micro · 37,917 Lake of the Woods, VA · micro · 37,822 Cambridge, MD · micro · 32,754

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Unemployment

4.4%

College Educated

24.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$78,802

Mean Household Income

$97,922

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

50.5%

Female

49.5%

Population Split

Male50.5%

Female49.5%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German20.2%

English12.4%

Irish12.3%

Italian4.1%

Scottish2.2%

Mexican1.9%

Polish1.8%

French1.4%

African0.9%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

5.6%Foreign Born

94.4%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized55.7%

Non-Citizen44.3%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later30.4%

Before 201069.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

127,214

Median Rent

$1,159/mo

Median Home Value

$278,100

Median Year Built

1986

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

64,354

College Enrollment

15.7%

High School

25.4%

College Educated

24.2%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

30.2 min

Drive Alone Rate

76.6%

Public Transit

0.7%

Work From Home

11.2%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.1%

18-34 Years

21.1%

35-64 Years

39.5%

65+ Years

17.3%

Population Composition

Under 1822.1%

18-3421.1%

35-6439.5%

65+17.3%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

46.5%

Single Parent

6.6%

Living Alone

27.0%

Avg Size

2.49

Household Types

Married Couples46.5%

Single Parent6.6%

Living Alone27.0%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$38,827

SNAP Usage

13.6%

Health Insurance

93.9%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k13.2%

$25k - $50k17.0%

$50k - $100k32.3%

$100k+37.4%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

9.9%

Retail Trade

12.2%

Education & Health Care

22.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

15.0%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

93.9%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

89.9%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.8%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

94.2

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

136.6

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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