Median Age
33 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 19% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
15%
Salisbury
Salisbury, MD Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,271
Population
36,283
Renter Mix
62% Rent
One of the state’s largest cities is home to abundant amenities
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Salisbury, MD, combines small-city living with convenient amenities at the head of the Wicomico River. As the commercial center of the Delmarva Peninsula, this historic city of over 33,000 residents offers diverse housing options. The downtown area features a mix of apartments and historic properties, while areas near Salisbury University provide additional housing choices.
The city's outdoor spaces include the Salisbury City Park and Zoo, and the Naylor Mill Forest Trail, which spans over 92 acres as Maryland's largest municipal conservation easement. Salisbury University enhances the area's educational opportunities, while the Port of Salisbury Marina connects residents to waterfront activities. Local landmarks include the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art and the Poplar Hill Mansion. Community events bring energy to the city throughout the year, including the Maryland Folk Festival and the Sea Gull Century bike ride. As Maryland's second-largest port, Salisbury's economy is anchored by major employers like Perdue Farms and TidalHealth Peninsula Regional (formerly Peninsula Regional Medical Center), along with healthcare and educational institutions.
Explore the City
A fisherman tries his luck on a footbridge in Salisbury City Park near Doverdale.
Salisbury University is a major hub of learning along Rt 13 in Salisbury just north of Eden.
Salisbury Zoological Park is free to enter and is home to over 40 animal species.
The marina in Salisbury sits along the Wicomico where the river widens in North Camden.
A tugboat pushes a barge lazily down the Wicomico River through North Camden.
Downtown Salisbury is just a short walk from Newtown-North Division.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$54,393
Average: $70,165
Education
8,749
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
18,200
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Salisbury has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
62%
Non-Renters
38%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
16%
Other Education
84%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Salisbury, MD is $1,330 for a studio, $1,269 for one bedroom, $1,528 for two bedrooms, and $1,763 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Salisbury has decreased by -1.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,269/month
798 Sq Ft
House
$1,909/month
917 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Salisbury, MD is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
505 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
486 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
854 Students
Public
Grades K-5
421 Students
Public
Grades K-5
379 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
873 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
819 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,160 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,343 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,325 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Salisbury Zoological Park
- Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art
- Salisbury University Arboretum
Military Bases
Airports
- Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional
Top Apartments in Salisbury
Houses for Rent in Salisbury
Property Management Companies in Salisbury, MD
Habitat America
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47
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6,052
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26
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6 Communities in Salisbury
Capano Management
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39
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16
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3 Communities in Salisbury
Morgan Properties
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390
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108,283
Units
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237
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1 Community in Salisbury
Pennrose Management Company
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51
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6,547
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35
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1 Community in Salisbury
WPM Real Estate Management
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50
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9,337
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22
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1 Community in Salisbury
Capstone Real Estate Investments Management
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18
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4,818
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14
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.