County
- Public SchoolsA+
- Crime & SafetyNG
- HousingA-
- NightlifeA-
- Good for FamiliesA+
- DiversityA
- JobsA
- WeatherB-
- Cost of LivingC
- Health & FitnessA+
- Outdoor ActivitiesA-
- CommuteC+
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$439,900
National
$184,700Median Rent
$1,661
National
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Howard County Rankings
Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
NG
Based on violent and property crime rates.
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Residents
Working in Howard County
Jobs
A
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$115,576
National
$55,322Top Public Schools Serving Howard County
- A+
River Hill High School
- Howard County Public Schools, MD
- 9-12
- 271 reviews
- A+
Marriotts Ridge High School
- Howard County Public Schools, MD
- 9-12
- 249 reviews
- A+
Centennial High School
- Howard County Public Schools, MD
- 9-12
- 289 reviews
- A+
Mount Hebron High School
- Howard County Public Schools, MD
- 9-12
- 385 reviews
- A+
Atholton High School
- Howard County Public Schools, MD
- 9-12
- 386 reviews
Top Private Schools in Howard County
- A+
Glenelg Country School
- Private School
- Ellicott City, MD
- PK, K-12
- 49 reviews
- A
Archbishop Spalding High School
- Private School
- Severn, MD
- 9-12
- 287 reviews
- A
Chapelgate Christian Academy
- Private School
- Marriottsville, MD
- PK, K-12
- 62 reviews
- A-
Mount Airy Christian Academy
- Private School
- Mount Airy, MD
- PK, K-12
- 41 reviews
- B+
International Connections Academy
- Private School
- Columbia, MD
- K-12
- 16 reviews
Howard County Reviews
94 reviews
All Categories
Howard County is a dynamic, diverse community that has something to offer for everyone. The opportunities are seemingly endless and the residents are supportive of each other and their individual interests. This encompasses all ages, from infants to senior citizens, and everyone in between. The school system is highly rated and offers a quality education for whatever path your life leads you. I feel that is has prepared me to be a respectable candidate for college admission or as an employee or as a volunteer. I have had the privilege to live in two very different parts of Howard County, one suburban and one rural, and have been able to experience the diversity that abounds here firsthand. There is a moto that is on the car magnets to advertise Howard County saying "CHOOSE CIVILITY" which sums it up perfectly!
We moved to HoCo from a small city in West Virginia. We love it here! You are geographically located between two major cities. There are always plenty of activities and events to be involved in (many of them free). The public schools are great and extremely supportive of the arts. The county is extremely progressive and supports social justice and human rights. If you are interested in continuing your education, there are a plethora of options. The outlook for jobs is also very favorable. However, it is extremely expensive to live here. The eastern side of the county is more affordable.
A Beautiful area with rolling hills, quite neighborhoods, and a safe friendly atmosphere. Living in Howard county has been the best experience of my life! Absolutely beautiful.