At a glance...
Maryland is home to over 40,000 dairy cows spread across 310 farms throughout the state. In 2022, Maryland's dairy industry produced over 876 million pounds of milk and generated over $157 million in sales.
Where are Maryland's dairy farms located?
Milk Production Statistics
| Statistic | Maryland | United States |
|---|---|---|
|
Number of Dairy Farms |
310 | 27,932 |
| Number of Dairy Cows | 40,000 | 9,404,000 |
| Milk Production (2022) | ||
| Total (million lbs.) | 876 | 226,462 |
| Milk per Cow (lbs.) | 21,900 | 24,081 |
| Price Received ($/cwt) | $25.20 | $25.56 |
| Total Value (million $) | 157 | 57,726 |
| Milk Fat Test (%) | 3.98 | 4.04 |
Data from USDA NASS, 2023.
Farm Size: How do Maryland farms compare to others in the U.S.?
Similar to the U.S., the majority of Maryland's dairies are small (<100 dairy cows per farm). In Maryland, the vast majority of cows (~80%) reside on farms that house less than 500 cows.
