Owings Mills, Owings Mills MD — neighborhood review

Owings Mills, MD

Owings Mills · MD 21117

Updated August 25, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$480K

Median Price

35/100

Walk Score

7/10

Schools

31 min

to Baltimore

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
70/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
35/100
WYLT Score61/100

Our Take

Owings Mills offers solid suburban living with good schools and a short commute into Baltimore. It’s car‑dependent and has limited nightlife, but its family‑friendly atmosphere and green spaces make it a solid choice for most families and commuters.

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The Good

  • Excellent public schools with high ratings
  • Short 31‑minute commute to Baltimore
  • Abundant parks and open space
  • Suburban safety and low flood risk

Real Talk

  • !Very low walkability – most errands require a car
  • !Public transit options are minimal
  • !Limited dining and nightlife within the ZIP
  • !Homeowners pay relatively high property taxes
  • $Elevated property taxes typical for Maryland suburbs
  • $Possible higher insurance rates for older homes
  • $Commute costs (gas, parking) can add up

Best For

FamiliesCommute‑to‑Baltimore workersRemote workersRetirees seeking a quiet suburb

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Owings Mills, MD

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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