Lexington Park, MD Metro Area

Lexington Park, MD · Metro Area

209,439Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties, 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: $126,256
Median home value: $434,100
Land area: 572 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
St. Mary's County, MD	Central	115,126	$119,446	$407,600
Calvert County, MD	Central	94,313	$133,922	$460,200

Largest cities and towns

23 places in our city pages lie in this area.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Lexington Park, MD	CDP	13,252	$94,799
California, MD	CDP	13,136	$119,855
Chesapeake Ranch Estates, MD	CDP	9,241	$102,669
Chesapeake Beach, MD	Town	6,456	$138,895
Leonardtown, MD	Town	4,808	$153,819
Golden Beach, MD	CDP	3,830	$133,194
Drum Point, MD	CDP	3,589	$109,231
Prince Frederick, MD	CDP	2,955	$80,391
Huntingtown, MD	CDP	2,689	$185,313
Owings, MD	CDP	2,643	$176,378
Lusby, MD	CDP	2,595	$151,711
Solomons, MD	CDP	2,440	$94,963
North Beach, MD	Town	2,296	$83,933
Dunkirk, MD	CDP	2,166	$149,271
Long Beach, MD	CDP	1,849	$126,683
Mechanicsville, MD	CDP	1,395	$120,966
Piney Point, MD	CDP	1,274	$129,018
Charlotte Hall, MD	CDP	1,172	$84,271
Calvert Beach, MD	CDP	1,074	$90,000
St. Leonard, MD	CDP	726	$186,071
Broomes Island, MD	CDP	460	$183,393
Tall Timbers, MD	CDP	391	$195,982
St. George Island, MD	CDP	277	$250,000+

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 Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV · metro · 302,649 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

6.1%

Unemployment

3.2%

College Educated

36.7%

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

$126,256

Mean Household Income

$149,864

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male

50.2%

Female

49.8%

Population Split

Male50.2%

Female49.8%

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

English16.3%

German15.2%

Irish13.4%

Italian5.3%

Scottish2.2%

Polish2.1%

Mexican2.0%

French1.9%

African0.7%

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

4.2%Foreign Born

95.8%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized65.1%

Non-Citizen34.9%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later29.7%

Before 201070.3%

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

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

82,504

Median Rent

$1,750/mo

Median Home Value

$434,100

Median Year Built

1991

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

51,294

College Enrollment

17.9%

High School

24.1%

College Educated

36.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

34.1 min

Drive Alone Rate

72.3%

Public Transit

1.0%

Work From Home

18.0%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.6%

18-34 Years

21.0%

35-64 Years

40.3%

65+ Years

15.1%

Population Composition

Under 1823.6%

18-3421.0%

35-6440.3%

65+15.1%

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

57.2%

Single Parent

5.9%

Living Alone

21.3%

Avg Size

2.72

Household Types

Married Couples57.2%

Single Parent5.9%

Living Alone21.3%

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

$55,350

SNAP Usage

8.5%

Health Insurance

96.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k7.8%

$25k - $50k9.0%

$50k - $100k21.7%

$100k+61.6%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

4.7%

Retail Trade

8.5%

Education & Health Care

19.6%

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

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

11.4%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

96.5%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

93.3%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.7%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

100.8

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

137.1

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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