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Baltimore County

#3 in Best Counties to Live in Maryland
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    Overall Grade
  • County in Maryland
  • 378 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    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. In Baltimore County, 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
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      34%
    • Own
      66%
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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

    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

      378 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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      Northern Baltimore County is a gorgeous rural and suburban community with its own climate. Hereford is notorius for getting snow days when every other school in the county did not. In many ways, it's a rich picture-perfect area with great public schools and plenty of sports and activities. There are downsides though: the area is not diverse in the slightest as it is overwhelmingly white, comparatively rich, and the vast majority of people are also conservative in both politics and beliefs. Still, people are friendly, and growing up in the community provided me with a great education and a nice home.
      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.