Bankruptcy by State
Bankruptcy in Maryland
How Maryland's bankruptcy exemptions, Chapter 7 income limits, and filing volume compare to the rest of the country.
Homestead exemption
$31,575
#27 of 51
Vehicle exemption
—
Wildcard may apply
Median income (1 person)
$86,928
Chapter 7 means-test threshold
Annual filings
12,714
Year 2025
Maryland vs. national medians
National medians are calculated across all 51 states plus the District of Columbia. Ranks run from #1 (highest) to #51 (lowest). Where a state publishes a range or a conditional amount, the exemption is shown in full and ranked by its guaranteed minimum.
| Metric | Maryland | National median | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homestead exemption | $31,575 | $90,000 | #27 of 51 |
| Motor vehicle exemption | — | $7,250 | — |
| Median income (1-person household) | $86,928 | $71,745 | #7 of 51 |
| Median income (4-person household) | $166,173 | $126,058 | #4 of 51 |
| Annual bankruptcy filings | 12,714 | 8,707 | #16 of 51 |