Howard County
- County in Maryland
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Howard County
- County in Maryland
- Rating 4.01 out of 5 117 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade A+
- Housinggrade A minus
- Nightlifegrade A minus
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Diversitygrade A
- Jobsgrade A
- Weathergrade B minus
- Cost of Livinggrade C
- Health & Fitnessgrade A+
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A minus
- Commutegrade C+
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Real Estate
Median Home Value
$455,700
National
$217,500Median Rent
$1,716
National
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Howard County Rankings
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Crime & Safety
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- AssaultNo data availablenational 282.7
- MurderNo data availablenational 6.1
- RapeNo data availablenational 40.7
- RobberyNo data availablenational 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- BurglaryNo data availablenational 500.1
- TheftNo data availablenational 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle TheftNo data availablenational 284
Residents
Diversity
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Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
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Jobs
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Median Household Income
$121,160
National
$62,843Top Public Schools Serving Howard County
- grade A+
Marriotts Ridge High School
- Rating 4.03 out of 5 310 reviews
- grade A+
River Hill High School
- Rating 3.91 out of 5 329 reviews
- grade A+
Centennial High School
- Rating 3.64 out of 5 353 reviews
- grade A+
Mount Hebron High School
- Rating 4.09 out of 5 459 reviews
- grade A+
Atholton High School
- Rating 3.85 out of 5 446 reviews
Top Private Schools Near Howard County
- grade A+
Glenelg Country School
- Rating 4.13 out of 5 62 reviews
- grade A
Chapelgate Christian Academy
- Rating 4.2 out of 5 96 reviews
- grade B+
Mount Airy Christian Academy
- Rating 3.8 out of 5 45 reviews
- grade A+
St. John's Parish Day School
- Rating 5 out of 5 16 reviews
- grade A
Trinity School
- Rating 4.86 out of 5 7 reviews
Top Places to Live in Howard County
Howard County Reviews
Rating 4.01 out of 5 117 reviews
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Having one of the best schools in the state, Howard county is more expensive than other counties, however, that’s one of the selling points of this county. I would not consider moving out to any other county! Even going to different counties I always notice how different the vibe is, and overall how different the people are from Howard county residents. It feels safe here, even in the relatively shadier places I still know I’m safe. The police are highly active and alert, ready to go at any moment. Overall, this is definitely the best place for a family to live in, and that’s coming from someone who is not from this country!
Outstanding public school system, lots of opportunities for community service and college preparation. Very diverse as well. However, Howard County has a reputation for its competitiveness and putting too much pressure on students. The great academics do come at a cost.
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!