Hopkins medicine, harbor charm; safety varies hard by zip. Median home price runs about $408K with an effective property tax near 1.05% — roughly $4,284/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Baltimore
Median home price
$408K
Effective property tax
1.05%
Tax friendliness
5/10
Winter mildness
5/10
Summer comfort
7/10
Walkability
7/10
Outdoor access
5/10
Culture & food
7/10
Healthcare
9/10
Airport connectivity
9/10
Schools
6/10
Safety
4/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
10/10
Growth trajectory
2/10
Who it fits: people who want life on foot, anyone prioritizing healthcare, buyers with room in the budget. Who should look elsewhere: