District 23, Ballenger, Maryland
District 23, Ballenger profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 23, Ballenger is a geographic entity located in Frederick County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,427. The land area covers 12.18 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,427 | ±704 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,912 | ±245 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 3,005 | ±251 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,912 | ±245 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 93 | ±91 |
| Median Home Value | $404,400 | ±$47,369 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,159 | ±$122 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $107,713 | ±$11,283 |
| Per Capita Income | $49,972 | ±$5,221 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 490 | ±263 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.6% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,100 | ±536 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.9% | ±11.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 299,317 (2024)
ID: 183761
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SENIOR HR ANALYST
12 E CHURCH ST, FREDERICK MD 21701-5402
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Frederick, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Frederick, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | New Market, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Boonsboro, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Boonsboro, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Boonsboro, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Brunswick, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brunswick, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Brunswick, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Frederick, MD |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Hood College
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College | 4.4 mi away | 401 Rosemont Ave, Frederick, MD, 21701 |
3016963131
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C BURR ARTZ LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 110 EAST PATRICK STREET, FREDERICK, MD, 21701 |
(301) 600-1630
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The Temple-A Paul Mitchell Partner School
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College Vocational | 4.5 mi away | 22 W Church St, Frederick, MD, 21701 |
3016827550
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CBA - CHILDREN`S BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 110 EAST PATRICK STREET, FREDERICK, MD, 21701 |
(301) 694-1532
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Frederick Community College
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College | 6.2 mi away | 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD, 21702-2964 |
3018462400
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THE COMMUNITY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 110 EAST PATRICK ST, FREDERICK, MD, 21701 |
(301) 600-1630
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Shepherd University
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College | 17.7 mi away | 301 North King St, Shepherdstown, WV, 25443 |
3048765000
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MIDDLETOWN BRANCH
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 31 EAST GREEN STREET, MIDDLETOWN, MD, 21769 |
(301) 600-7560
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Patrick Henry College
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College | 20.0 mi away | 10 Patrick Henry Circle, Purcellville, VA, 20132 |
5403381776
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URBANA REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 9020 AMELUNG STREET, URBANA, MD, 21704 |
(301) 600-7000
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at FREDERICK POLICE BRKS, MD US, located 3.5 miles from District 23, Ballenger. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.1° | 26.5° | 34.8° | 2.58" | — |
| February | 47.8° | 28.5° | 38.2° | 2.95" | — |
| March | 55.3° | 35.6° | 45.5° | 3.71" | — |
| April | 68.6° | 44.7° | 56.7° | 3.55" | — |
| May | 77.4° | 55.0° | 66.2° | 3.99" | — |
| June | 85.2° | 63.3° | 74.2° | 4.26" | — |
| July | 88.6° | 68.4° | 78.5° | 3.90" | — |
| August | 86.7° | 66.4° | 76.5° | 2.89" | — |
| September | 80.0° | 59.3° | 69.7° | 5.80" | — |
| October | 68.8° | 47.2° | 58.0° | 3.26" | — |
| November | 56.3° | 37.8° | 47.1° | 2.66" | — |
| December | 47.1° | 30.7° | 38.9° | 3.97" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braddock Heights CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Ballenger Creek CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Jefferson CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Buckeystown CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Adamstown CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Middletown town | Town | 5.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2402192060. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.