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Maryland District 8

Congressional District in MD • 3 Counties

Maryland's 8th congressional district is represented by Jamie Raskin, a Democratic U.S. representative. Raskin won the 2024 general election with 76.8% of the vote. The district has 771,163 residents, a median household income of $138,349 and a median age of 41.1, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Jamie Raskin

Representative for Maryland District 8
Democratic9 years in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

771,163

Total Population

$138,349

Median Household Income

41.1

Median Age

27.2%

College Educated

7.2%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

45.9% Whi
17.2% Bla
20.0% His
13.8% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 41.1 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $138,349 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Jamie Raskin Democratic76.8%
Cheryl Riley Republican20.5%
Nancy Wallace Other2.5%

Jamie Raskin won by 56.3%

380,320 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

Jamie Raskin

Major Counties

Montgomery, Frederick, Carroll

Major Cities

Rockville, Bethesda, Silver Spring

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents Maryland District 8?
Jamie Raskin (Democrat) currently represents Maryland District 8 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in Maryland District 8?
Maryland District 8 includes 3 counties: Montgomery, Frederick, Carroll.
What are the major cities in Maryland District 8?
The major cities in this district include Rockville, Bethesda, Silver Spring.
What is the population of Maryland District 8?
Maryland District 8 has a population of approximately 771,163 residents.