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Baltimore County

#3 in Best Counties to Live in Maryland
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    Overall Grade
  • County in Maryland
  • 353 reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Public Schools
    B
  2. Crime & Safety
    NG
  3. Housing
    C+
  4. Nightlife
    A
  5. Good for Families
    A+
  6. Diversity
    A
  7. Jobs
    B
  8. Weather
    B-
  9. Cost of Living
    C+
  10. Health & Fitness
    A
  11. Outdoor Activities
    A
  12. Commute
    C+
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Baltimore County is located in Maryland with a population of 828,637. Baltimore County is one of the best places to live in Maryland. Living in Baltimore County offers residents a suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Baltimore County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Baltimore County and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Baltimore County are above average.
Population
828,637

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$249,600
National
$184,700
Median Rent
$1,224
National
$949
Area Feel
Suburban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    34%
  • Own
    66%
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Baltimore County Rankings

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Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
NG
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    —
    282.7
  • Murder
    —
    6.1
  • Rape
    —
    40.7
  • Robbery
    —
    135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    —
    500.1
  • Theft
    —
    2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    —
    284
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Residents

Diversity
A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    12%
  • 10-17 years
    10%
  • 18-24 years
    9%
  • 25-34 years
    14%
  • 35-44 years
    12%
  • 45-54 years
    14%
  • 55-64 years
    13%
  • 65+ years
    16%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    16%
    12%
  • Bachelor's degree
    22%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    27%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    27%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    9%
    13%

Working in Baltimore County

Jobs
B
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$71,810
National
$55,322
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    Baltimore County Reviews

    353 reviews
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    Baltimore County gives its residents access to a high standard of living. Geographically, its location is equidistant from downtown Baltimore and the more rural parts of Maryland, allowing residents the opportunity to participate in a multitude of diverse activities. Baltimore County is a very family oriented area with top-rated public schools, shops and restaurants, and a safe environment. Schools are safe and diverse. George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology is a nationally acclaimed public magnet high school in Baltimore County that offers students the opportunity to study art or a trade at the highest level alongside standard high school courses. Baltimore County's proximity to Baltimore City offers access to arts and cultural experiences and world class museums. It is easy to be politically and socially engaged here, and there are ample volunteering and charitable causes to give back to the community.
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    I love Baltimore. I feel safe at most locations there are seedy areas but that's everywhere! I think there are mostly friendly surroundings and people that will help one another. I can't think of much to change Baltimore county, Baltimore city on the other hand could use some help. Not horrible but there is improvements needed such as the homeless and pot holes. I change my mind, I think all of Baltimore needs to work on the homeless issue. There are so many buffets and restaurants that prepare food to have it thrown away at the end of the night when that same food could go to feeding the homeless. Its disgraceful that we waste food that we know could be put to a better use. Help mankind.
    I go to school at University of Maryland, Baltimore County. I think we need a better public transportation system. We also need some more nightlife options, people my age usually go out in Baltimore City because the nightlife here isn't active. Patapsco State Park is lovely! A great place for a hike and a picnic. I hope there will be more options for vegan/vegetarian centric restaurants in the future. It's a pretty affordable place to live.