Towson

Towson, Maryland Overview

Towson scores 55.1/100 overall (B), ranking #12 of 20 cities in Maryland — below the state composite of 67.7. Economy is the city’s relative strength at 66/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 12/100.

Income & Employment in Towson

The median household income in Towson is $100,481, 2% above the statewide median of $98,461. The local unemployment rate of 3.6% is higher than the state’s 2.9%.

Cost of Living in Towson

Towson has a cost of living index of 102.7 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $445,100. Median monthly rent is $1,784. Renters spend 21.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Towson

The adult obesity rate in Towson is 30.4% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.4%. Residents report an average of 17.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Maryland ranks #8 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Towson

Towson has a high school graduation rate of 89%. The student-teacher ratio is 16.8:1. Local districts invest $18,666 per student, well above the national median. The city has 3 public schools serving 2,563 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Towson

Towson enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 56.8°F. Summers average 73.8°F. Winters average 41.6°F. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. 16.1% of workers in Towson work from home, well above the national average. The mean commute time is 22 minutes, compared to 27.3 for Maryland overall.

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