Special Interest
Housing in Worcester County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Worcester County averages $1,159/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 31% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Worcester County FMR Area are $1,161 for a studio, $1,168 for 1‑bedroom, $1,350 for 2‑bedroom, $1,878 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,169 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $191 increase for a 2-bedroom in Worcester County shows a 16% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Worcester County was 4.2% in 2024, compared to Maryland at 3.0% and the national rate of 4.0%.
