Chester, Maryland
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −33.3% |
| 2008 | −26.2% |
| 2012 | −28.9% |
| 2016 | −27.1% |
| 2020 | −20.9% |
| 2024 | −17.8% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 40.1%Harris1,478 | 57.8%Trump2,134 | 2.1% | R+17.8 | D+3.1 | R+16.3 | 3,690 | |
| R | 38.9%Biden1,196 | 59.8%Trump1,839 | 1.3% | R+20.9 | D+6.2 | R+25.4 | 3,075 | |
| R | 32.8%Clinton652 | 59.9%Trump1,190 | 7.3% | R+27.1 | D+1.9 | R+29.2 | 1,986 | |
| R | 34.5%Obama875 | 63.4%Romney1,609 | 2.1% | R+28.9 | R+2.8 | R+32.8 | 2,536 | |
| R | 36.2%Obama822 | 62.4%McCain1,417 | 1.5% | R+26.2 | D+7.1 | R+33.5 | 2,272 | |
| R | 33.1%Kerry677 | 66.4%Bush1,358 | 0.5% | R+33.3 | — | R+30.8 | 2,045 |
Chester sits in the Mid-Atlantic. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 33.3 points in 2004. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 3.1 points toward the Democratic candidate; the 2024 margin was 17.8 points.
A population of 4,797, a 80% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $102,399 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Chester, Maryland vote in 2024?
In 2024, Chester, Maryland voted Republican by 17.8 points (R+17.8), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 3,690 votes cast, 1,478 went Democratic and 2,134 went Republican.
How many people live in Chester, Maryland?
Chester, Maryland has a population of 4,797 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Chester, Maryland?
Median household income in Chester, Maryland is $102,399 — above the national median of $80,734. The Maryland state median is $103,678.
What is the political history of Chester, Maryland?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Chester, Maryland from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.