Harford County, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
262,509 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$111,317 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$367,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$671 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,333 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metro Area
5
Maryland
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metro Area
5
Maryland
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 32
Feb 3 6 35
Mar 4 2 43
Apr 3 0 54
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 3 0 46
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MD State Senate District 35, MD State Legislative Subdistrict 35A, MD
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Schools

John Archer School
2 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Harford Community College
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Aveda Institute-Maryland
3 miles, W • 1 star
Community College of Baltimore County
16 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Goucher College
18 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
52 miles, N • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
61 miles, E • 4.1 star
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