Baltimore, MD

The Good

• ✓Excellent walkability and transit options
• ✓Affordable median home price for city standards
• ✓Good public school average rating of 7.1
• ✓High bike friendliness
• ✓Access to downtown within 7 minutes

Real Talk

• !Crime rate in the area is moderate to high, especially violent crime
• !Median household income ($42k) is below city and state averages, so salaries may not stretch far
• !Noise and traffic from downtown proximity can be disruptive
• !Parking and limited quiet spaces can be a problem for families or remote workers
• $Higher property taxes in Baltimore (often >1.5% of home value)
• $Elevated insurance costs due to city crime levels
• $Maintenance costs for older rowhomes can be significant

Best For

Risk Snapshot