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Salisbury Metro Area

MD · 31 cities · 63,159 population

63,159 Total Population
31 Cities & Towns
$71,020 Avg Income
$188,973 Avg Home Value
$1,159 Avg Rent
25.9% Bachelor's+

Largest Cities in Salisbury Metro

Salisbury, MD

Pop 33,080
Income $56,402
Home $217,500

Fruitland, MD

Pop 5,698
Income $64,352
Home $211,200

Pocomoke City, MD

Pop 4,360
Income $52,163
Home $188,700

Delmar, MD

Pop 4,058
Income $77,402
Home $211,600

Princess Anne, MD

Pop 3,461
Income $50,000
Home $152,400

Delmar, DE

Pop 2,386
Income $61,344
Home $222,700

Pittsville, MD

Pop 2,034
Income $73,441
Home $206,800

Hebron, MD

Pop 1,297
Income $75,625
Home $200,900

Mount Vernon, MD

Pop 885
Income $88,500
Home $207,000

Eden, MD

Pop 790
Income $30,609
Home $47,100

Sharptown, MD

Pop 764
Income $85,357
Home $187,100

West Pocomoke, MD

Pop 545
Home $134,400

The Salisbury metropolitan area is the 364th largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 63,159 spread across 31 cities and towns in MD. Anchored by Salisbury, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.

Residents of the Salisbury metro area earn an average household income of $71,020, while the average home value sits at $188,973. Renters in the area pay an average of $1,159 per month, making the cost of living relatively affordable compared to the national average. About 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's well-educated workforce.

The Salisbury metro reports an average violent crime rate of 801.7 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 4,372.4 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 57.9°F, with distinct four-season weather. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 17.7%, suggesting economic challenges in parts of the region.

With 31 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the Salisbury metro area offers a wide variety of living options. From bustling city neighborhoods to quiet suburban communities, the metro provides options for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Avg Annual Temperature57.9°F
Avg January Temp37.5°F
Avg July Temp78.7°F
Avg Annual Precipitation47.8"

Safety

Avg Violent Crime Rate801.7 per 1K
Avg Property Crime Rate4372.4 per 1K

Economy

Avg Unemployment Rate5.3%
Avg Poverty Rate17.7%
Avg Median Age44.4

All 31 Cities in Salisbury Metro Area

1 Salisbury MD 33,080
2 Fruitland MD 5,698
3 Pocomoke City MD 4,360
4 Delmar MD 4,058
5 Princess Anne MD 3,461
6 Delmar DE 2,386
7 Pittsville MD 2,034
8 Hebron MD 1,297
9 Mount Vernon MD 885
10 Eden MD 790
11 Sharptown MD 764
12 West Pocomoke MD 545
13 Mardela Springs MD 473
14 Bethel DE 431
15 Nanticoke MD 396
16 Fairmount MD 357
17 Vienna MD 330
18 Deal Island MD 311
19 Chance MD 218
20 Dames Quarter MD 207
21 Parsonsburg MD 170
22 Bivalve MD 164
23 Nanticoke Acres MD 128
24 Allen MD 125
25 Quantico MD 92
26 Jesterville MD 90
27 Whitehaven MD 80
28 Tyaskin MD 79
29 Galestown MD 77
30 Eldorado MD 39
31 Brookview MD 34