Ellicott City, MD

U.S. News Ratings
Population 64,820
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Limited
Median Home Price High
Median Income High

Climate

Ellicott City experiences four seasons; humidity is very likely in the summer.

Geography

The city is west of Baltimore, in central Maryland.

Cultural Attractions

Ellicott City contains many historic sites and museums that document the city's past, including the Patapsco Female Institute Historic Park and the B&O Railroad Museum: Ellicott City Station.

Recreation

Main Street is lined with specialty boutiques, antique stores, and restaurants. There are also ghost tours available to highlight "haunted" parts of the city.

Historical

The Patapsco Female Institute, located in the city, was one of the most famous schools for young women during the 1800s. The school closed in 1890, but its ruins are now part of a historic park.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
64,820
Population under 55:
74.2%
Population over 55:
25.8%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Baltimore

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Good
Temperature:
85°F July High, 16°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$82,006
Median home price:
$425,000
Average property tax:
$373

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
5.1%
Low
Cost of living:
High

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
10
Middle schools:
6
High schools:
4

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
38
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
45

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
0/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
56/13
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
85/14

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
296

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