Special Interest
Housing in Caroline County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Caroline County averages $1,105/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Maryland median of $1,705 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 30% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Caroline County FMR Area are $1,052 for a studio, $1,059 for 1‑bedroom, $1,390 for 2‑bedroom, $1,737 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,311 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $285 increase for a 2-bedroom in Caroline County shows a 26% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Caroline County was 3.0% in 2024, compared to Maryland at 3.0% and the national rate of 4.0%.
