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Maryland District 3

Congressional District in MD • 3 Counties

Maryland's 3rd congressional district is represented by Sarah Elfreth, a Democratic U.S. representative. Elfreth won the 2024 general election with 59.3% of the vote. The district has 781,479 residents, a median household income of $133,046 and a median age of 39.8, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Sarah Elfreth

Representative for Maryland District 3
Democratic1 year in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

781,479

Total Population

$133,046

Median Household Income

39.8

Median Age

26.8%

College Educated

5.6%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

57.9% Whi
17.6% Bla
9.4% His
10.5% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 39.8 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $133,046 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Sarah Elfreth Democratic59.3%
Robert J. Steinberger Republican37.9%
Miguel Barajas Libertarian2.6%

Sarah Elfreth won by 21.4%

399,200 total votes cast

Source: MIT Election Data + Science Lab (MEDSL)

Employment by Occupation

Civilian employed population 16+ | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Federal Spending

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Quick Facts

Representative

Sarah Elfreth

Major Counties

Baltimore, Anne Arundel, Howard

Major Cities

Baltimore, Columbia, Ellicott City

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents Maryland District 3?
Sarah Elfreth (Democrat) currently represents Maryland District 3 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in Maryland District 3?
Maryland District 3 includes 3 counties: Baltimore, Anne Arundel, Howard.
What are the major cities in Maryland District 3?
The major cities in this district include Baltimore, Columbia, Ellicott City.
What is the population of Maryland District 3?
Maryland District 3 has a population of approximately 781,479 residents.