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Ellicott City

MarylandΒ·Rank #199 of 20 in MDΒ·Pop. 74,574
Composite Score59.6

Ellicott City, Maryland scores 59.6/100 (A grade), ranking #199 of 20 cities in Maryland. Median income: $148,677.

πŸ’΅ Median Income
$148,677
β–² $50,216vs state ($98,461)
πŸ’Ό Unemployment
N/A
State: 2.9%
πŸ”’ Violent Crime
N/A
State: 415
πŸ“ˆ Pop. Growth
N/A
State: +0.7%
🏠Median Home Value
$644,300
Census ACS 2023
πŸ”‘Median Rent
$2,001/mo
Census ACS 2023
πŸ›’Cost of Living
N/A
100 = national avg
πŸ’ΈRent Burden
16.2%
Rent as % of income
πŸ“Price-to-Income
4.3x
Home value Γ· income
πŸ“ŠPoverty Rate
3.6%
Census ACS 2023
πŸŽ“Graduation Rate
93%
EDFacts ACGR 2021-22
πŸ‘©β€πŸ«Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
NCES CCD 2023-24
πŸ’΅Per-Pupil Spending
$19,256
NCES F-33 Finance 2022-23
πŸ“šTotal Enrollment
16,258
NCES CCD 2023-24
🏫Public Schools
20
Regular public schools
βš–οΈObesity Rate
26.9%
CDC PLACES 2023
🩺Diabetes Rate
10.5%
CDC PLACES 2023
🧠Poor Mental Health Days
11.3
per 30 days Β· CDC BRFSS
🌑️Annual Avg
56.8Β°F
NOAA Climate Normals
β˜€οΈSummer Avg
73.6Β°F
Jun\u2013Aug average
❄️Winter Avg
41.9Β°F
Dec\u2013Feb average
🌧️Annual Precip
42.7"
inches per year

Ellicott City vs Maryland

Ellicott CityMaryland

Scores by Category

πŸ’° Economy74.4
β–Ό 9.2 vs state (state: 83.6)
πŸ›‘οΈ Safety51.3
β€” same as state (state: 51.3)
πŸ₯ Health77.2
β–Ό 8.5 vs state (state: 85.7)
πŸŽ“ Education74.9
β–² 7.6 vs state (state: 67.3)
πŸ’Ό Fiscal Health98.3
β–² 43.3 vs state (state: 55)
πŸ“ˆ Growth50
β–² 7.8 vs state (state: 42.2)
🏠 Affordability45.5
β–Ό 9.1 vs state (state: 54.6)
🌿 Environment46.1
β€” same as state (state: 46.1)
🏞️ Outdoor Access11.8
β€” same as state (state: 11.8)
πŸš‡ Transportation43.2
β€” same as state (state: 43.2)
🎭 Livability36.5
β–² 13.6 vs state (state: 22.9)

Ellicott City vs Maryland

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Ellicott City, Maryland Overview

Ellicott City earns an overall grade of A with a composite score of 59.6 out of 100, ranking #199 of 20 cities in Maryland. The city's strongest category is Fiscal Health (98/100) while its biggest challenge is Outdoor Access (12/100).

Income & Employment in Ellicott City

The median household income in Ellicott City is $148,677 according to Census ACS data.

Cost of Living in Ellicott City

Cost of living data helps residents compare affordability across cities. The median home value is $644,300. Median monthly rent is $2,001.

Health & Wellness in Ellicott City

The adult obesity rate in Ellicott City is 26.9% according to CDC PLACES data. The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.5%. Residents report an average of 11.3 poor mental health days per month. These health indicators are important for assessing overall quality of life in Ellicott City, Maryland.

Education & Schools in Ellicott City

Ellicott City has 20 public schools serving 16,258 students. The high school graduation rate is 93%, well above the national average. The student-teacher ratio is 14.4:1, indicating smaller class sizes. The district spends $19,256 per student. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Ellicott City

Ellicott City has an annual average temperature of 56.8Β°F. Summers average 73.6Β°F. Winters average 41.9Β°F. The city receives approximately 42.7 inches of precipitation per year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall score for Ellicott City, Maryland?

Ellicott City has an overall score of 59.6 out of 100, earning a A grade and ranking #199 among 20 cities in Maryland.

What is the median income in Ellicott City?

The median household income in Ellicott City is $148,677, based on Census ACS data.

Is Ellicott City safe?

Detailed crime data for Ellicott City is currently limited. Check the city profile for the latest safety scores.

What is the cost of living in Ellicott City?

Cost of living data for Ellicott City helps residents compare affordability. See the full profile for details.

How are the public schools in Ellicott City?

Ellicott City has 20 public schools with a 93% graduation rate. The student-teacher ratio is 14.4:1.

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Data Sources

πŸ“ŽBureau of Labor Statistics, LAUS (Dec 2025)πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024πŸ“ŽFBI Uniform Crime Reporting, 2024πŸ“ŽAmerica's Health Rankings, 2025πŸ“ŽWalletHub/NAEP, 2025πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2024πŸ“ŽCook Political Report, PVI 2024πŸ“ŽTax Foundation, Facts & Figures 2025πŸ“ŽALEC Rich States Poor States, 2025πŸ“ŽWalletHub Tax Burden Study, 2025πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau / FHFA, 2025πŸ“ŽBEA Regional Price Parities, 2023πŸ“ŽEPA AirData, Median AQI by County 2024πŸ“ŽEIA State Electricity Profiles, 2024πŸ“ŽFEMA National Risk Index v1.20, 2025πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau, Net Domestic Migration 2024πŸ“ŽFCC / BroadbandNow, Broadband Access 2025πŸ“ŽNational Park Service API, 2024πŸ“ŽUSGS Protected Areas Database (PAD-US), 2024πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns 2022πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 (Commuting)πŸ“ŽFHWA Highway Statistics, 2023πŸ“ŽU.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns 2022πŸ“ŽEIA State Electricity Profiles, 2024πŸ“ŽEIA Natural Gas Prices, 2024πŸ“ŽDOL National Database of Childcare Prices, 2023πŸ“ŽBEA Regional Price Parities (Food), 2023πŸ“ŽNCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2023-24πŸ“ŽEDFacts ACGR Graduation Rates, 2021-22πŸ“ŽNCES School District Finance Survey (F-33), 2022-23πŸ“ŽBEA GDP by State (SAGDP9), 2023πŸ“ŽNASBO Fiscal Survey of States, FY2023πŸ“ŽCensus Bureau State Government Finances, FY2022πŸ“ŽPew Charitable Trusts Fiscal 50, FY2023πŸ“ŽPew Charitable Trusts, FY2022πŸ“ŽS&P/Moody's via Ballotpedia, 2025πŸ“ŽBureau of Labor Statistics, OES (May 2023)πŸ“ŽIRS Statistics of Income, Migration Data 2021-2022