Clarksburg, MD โ City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Montgomery County ยท Maryland
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Clarksburg based on 8 key metrics โ compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
29,246
2023 ACS
Median Income
$178,641
2023
Median Home Value
$646,200
2023
Median Rent
$2,298
2023
Median Age
38.2
Unemployment
4.2%
Cost of Living Index
244.1
100 = national avg
Clarksburg is a city in Montgomery County, Maryland, with a population of 29,246 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Clarksburg is one of the communities in Maryland.
The median household income in Clarksburg is $178,641, and the median home value is $646,200. The cost of living index is 244.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $2,298 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, and the median age is 38.2 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
29,246
Male
13,861
47.4%
Female
15,385
52.6%
Median Age
38.2
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
44.1%
High School or Higher
51.0%
Foreign Born
38.5%
Veterans
3.3%
Married
48.1%
Avg Household Size
3.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.698
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Asian
40.8%
Foreign Born
38.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
11.7%
3,431 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
88.3%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
26,811
English Only
50.0%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Indo-European
3,020 speakers
Limited English
14.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
85.4%
Limited English Proficiency
14.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
955
3.3% of population
Disability Rate
29.8%
285 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$115,435
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
853
89.3%
Female Veterans
102
10.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$115,435
Non-Veteran Income
$72,465
Difference
$42,970
59.3% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
285
Without Disability
670
Disability Rate
29.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
10,599
#1 Ancestry
Irish
7.6% (2,224)
#2 Ancestry
German
4.8% (1,396)
#3 Ancestry
Sub-Saharan African
4.3% (1,263)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
8,989
Family Households
7,643
85.0%
Married Couples
6,122
68.1%
Non-Family Households
1,346
15.0%
Single Mother Households
1,240
13.8%
Single Father Households
281
3.1%
Living Alone
1,018
11.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
8,575
In Married Couple
6,975
81.3%
With Single Mother
1,403
16.4%
With Single Father
197
2.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$187,853
Married Couple Income
$210,938
Single Mother Income
$80,258
Single Father Income
$113,496
Avg Family Size
3.3
Avg Non-Family Size
3.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,052
Grandparents Responsible
127
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$178,641
+144% vs national
Per Capita Income
$58,788
+58% vs national
Poverty Rate
4.5%
-67% vs national
Gini Index
0.3344
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.2%
-18% vs national
SNAP Recipients
3.7%
of households
How Clarksburg Compares
Clarksburg vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Clarksburg is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Clarksburg, MD has a median household income of $178,641, making it the 684th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Clarksburg has a higher median household income than 98% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Clarksburg, MD has a per capita income of $58,788, making it the 2,772nd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Clarksburg has a higher per capita income than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Clarksburg, MD has a poverty rate of 4.5%, making it the 24,457th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Clarksburg has a higher poverty rate than 22% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Clarksburg, MD has a unemployment rate of 4.2%, making it the 13,808th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Clarksburg has a higher unemployment rate than 55% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Clarksburg. The median household income here is $178,641.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.2%
-10% vs MD avg
Labor Force
15,513
Employed
14,831
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
44.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
51.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
38.2
Work from Home
28.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Lawyers
Top Median Wage
$191.9K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
244.1
100 = national avg
+144.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$107,408
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$253,873
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,015
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,246
per month
The median household income in Clarksburg, MD is $178,641, which is 144.0% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $58,788. The poverty rate of 4.5% is lower than the MD state average of 9.4%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3344, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, compared to the state average of 4.7%. The labor force is 15,513. 44.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 60.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 244.1, which is 144.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 281.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $107,408 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin โ January 2026
Median Sale Price
$620,000
Median List Price
$611,945
Price Per Sq Ft
$235
Days on Market
23
Active Inventory
44
Months of Supply
5.5
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$624,569
ZHVI โ January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
12.5%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
45.5%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.3%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
8
New Listings
16
Pending Sales
11
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$235
Median List $/SF
$247
Clarksburg vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Clarksburg is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Clarksburg, MD has a median home value of $646,200, making it the 1,781st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Clarksburg has a higher median home value than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Clarksburg, MD has a median rent of $2,298, making it the 923rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Clarksburg has a higher median rent than 96% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Clarksburg, MD has a price per square foot of $235, making it the 5,919th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Clarksburg has a higher price per square foot than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Clarksburg, MD has a rent burden of 15.4%, making it the 16,021st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Clarksburg has a higher rent burden than 27% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$646,200
Median Rent
$2,298
Total Housing Units
9,198
Vacancy Rate
2.3%
Owner Occupied
87.3%
Renter Occupied
12.7%
Median Property Tax
$5,616
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,935
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$5,616
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.87%
of home value
Median Home Value
$646,200
Estimated Mean Tax
$5,441
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($5,616) by the median home value ($646,200). In Clarksburg, MD, this works out to an effective rate of 0.87%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Clarksburg, MD is $620,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 23 days on the market. 12.5% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $235. The median rent is $2,298 per month (Census ACS). About 87.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2010. There are 9,198 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $5,616. The effective tax rate is 0.87%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Clarksburg. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
91.7
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
92.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
19.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
63.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
21
Public Assistance
$249.2M
Individual Assistance
$1.3M
Most Common Type
Snowstorm
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 21 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
775
Total Claims Paid
$4,765,802
Avg Claim Payout
$6,149
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
12
Federal Funding
$3,282,396
Properties Protected
5
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.83
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.1: Generators | 3 | $566,891 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 2 | $383,960 |
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 1 | $738,750 |
| 203.1: Wet Floodproofing Private Structures - Riverine; 500.2: Flood Control - Berm, Levee, or Dike | 1 | $1,385,623 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $69,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Clarksburg has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, heat wave, strong wind. The area has had 21 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is snowstorm (5 declarations). 775 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $249,202,897 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,295,466 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 12 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
22.9%
13.2pp below the national average
Depression Rate
15.5%
8.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.2%
2.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
4.0pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
38.7%
Arthritis
15.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
4.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
11.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
15.5%
Loneliness
33.2%
Lack of Support
24.1%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
17.3%
Mobility
6.8%
Cognitive
8.7%
Hearing
3.5%
Vision
3.1%
Self-Care
2.1%
Independent Living
4.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Clarksburg has an obesity rate of 22.9%, which is 13.2pp below the national average. The depression rate is 15.5%, 8.0pp below the national average. About 6.6% of adults lack health insurance. 76.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.1 mi
Holy Cross Germantown Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross Germantown Hospital | 2.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center | 10.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Medstar Montgomery Medical Center | 11.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Inova Loudoun Hospital | 14.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Frederick Health Hospital | 15.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
38
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK | 38 | 3 |
There are 1 water system serving the area. 3 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
60.0%
-24% vs national
Public Transit
2.6%
+191% vs national
Work From Home
28.3%
+205% vs national
Carpool
6.9%
Walk
0.3%
How Clarksburg's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Clarksburg, MD covers travel times and transportation modes. 60.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 28.3% work from home, which is above the MD state average of 13.4%. Public transit is used by 2.6% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 6.9% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
98.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
93.3%
of households
No Internet
1.6%
of households
Total Households
8,989
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
99.8%
of households
Smartphone
99.2%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
96.1%
of households
Tablet
84.4%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
17.9ยข
per kWh
-6% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
13.0ยข
per kWh
-16% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
10.0ยข
per kWh
-16% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$166
residential
+13% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
5% above the national average of 17.1ยข/kWh
Residential electricity in Maryland averages 17.9ยข per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1ยข. The average monthly electric bill is $166. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Clarksburg vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (ยข/kWh)
Commercial Rate (ยข/kWh)
Industrial Rate (ยข/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
38
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 38 | 3 |
98.4% of households in Clarksburg have broadband internet access. 93.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 1.6% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 38 people. A total of 3 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Clarksburg is located in Montgomery County, MD. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Clarksburg.
Election Overview
Source: Montgomery County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
386,581
75.2%
GOP Votes
112,637
21.9%
Total Votes
513,919
Margin
D+53.3%
Shift from 2020
R+6.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 386,581 | 112,637 | 513,919 | 75.2% | 21.9% | D+53.3 |
| 2020 | 419,569 | 101,222 | 533,743 | 78.6% | 19.0% | D+59.6 |
| 2016 | 309,761 | 82,985 | 408,300 | 75.9% | 20.3% | D+55.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Montgomery County recorded 513,919 total votes. Democrats won the county with 75.2% of the vote compared to 21.9% for Republicans, a margin of D+53.3%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+6.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Montgomery County has shifted 2.3 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
148
Total Assets
$123.1M
Total Income
$108.8M
Per 10K Residents
50.6
nonprofits
-44.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
9
Median Assets
$46K
Oldest Active
1945
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $121.8M of $123.1M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Clarksburg
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFClarksburg, MD has 148 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $123.1M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 25 organizations. 9 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 50.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1945.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
78
Total Approved
$19.8M
Jobs Supported
644
Per 10K Residents
26.7
SBA loans
-57.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
29
Top Lender
Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company
14 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992โ2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
71
Total Amount
$12.5M
Avg Loan
$176,651
Median Loan
$74,000
SBA Guaranteed
$9.1M(72%)
Jobs Supported
466
Loans
7
Total Amount
$7.2M
Avg Loan
$1,033,286
Median Loan
$673,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
17
22% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$3.3M
17% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$193,565
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clarksburg Goddard School | 1 | $2.8M |
| Clarksburg Animal Hospital Inc. | 1 | $2.6M |
| Realty Centre Clarksburg, Inc. | 1 | $1.7M |
| Veer Group Llc | 1 | $1.2M |
| Grillmarx Cb Llc | 1 | $1.0M |
| Happy Smiles Dental, Llc | 1 | $902K |
| Bennett Creek Animal Hospital Llc | 2 | $900K |
| Emerald Landscaping Corp. | 1 | $890K |
| Matthew Rebo | 1 | $673K |
| Egan Enterprises Inc. | 1 | $527K |
Clarksburg, MD has received 78 SBA loans totaling $19.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 71 loans (91% of the total), supporting 466 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 7 loans totaling $7.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Clarksburg is Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company with 14 loans. That works out to 26.7 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
18
Total Population
353,546
Avg Median Income
$140,205
Avg Home Value
-$36,469,893
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20838 | 409 | $223,571 | $807,100 | N/A | 0.9 |
| 20839 | 116 | $101,250 | $900,000 | N/A | 3.0 |
| 20841 | 9,706 | $184,276 | $771,400 | $2,794 | 27.1 |
| 20842 | 2,093 | $166,389 | $709,300 | $1,745 | 55.6 |
| 20855 | 16,557 | $147,708 | $614,900 | $2,405 | 13.1 |
| 20871 | 28,329 | $177,120 | $628,800 | $2,312 | 22.9 |
| 20872 | 13,138 | $132,804 | $478,300 | $1,675 | 19.9 |
| 20874 | 62,233 | $109,648 | $385,300 | $1,938 | 22.7 |
| 20876 | 26,511 | $113,329 | $456,500 | $2,081 | 10.8 |
| 20877 | 39,068 | $86,103 | $462,500 | $1,862 | 5.6 |
| 20878 | 65,236 | $142,062 | $675,200 | $2,188 | 20.4 |
| 20879 | 26,120 | $105,109 | $433,500 | $1,895 | 8.6 |
| 20880 | 590 | $160,417 | $594,200 | N/A | 0.3 |
| 20882 | 13,661 | $186,964 | $705,800 | $1,686 | 37.8 |
| 20886 | 34,419 | $98,767 | $366,400 | $1,863 | 4.1 |
| 20899 | 106 | $23,917 | N/A | $835 | 0.1 |
| 21754 | 7,439 | $179,797 | $619,700 | $1,745 | 21.8 |
| 21770 | 7,815 | $184,464 | $599,700 | N/A | 11.4 |
Clarksburg, MD has 18 ZIP codes with a combined population of 353,546. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $140,205. The average median home value is -$36,469,893. The average median monthly rent is -$148,146,647.
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