Moving to Maryland
Maryland, otherwise known as ‘The Old Line State’, is a amazing state to work and live. If you are moving or relocating to MD, we have organized a detailed list of some important facts and useful data to help make your move an easy transition.
As one of the original 13 colonies, Maryland was admitted to the union on February 2, 1781. Since then, MD has grown in to a booming place to live. Rich in colonial history, Maryland offers many landmarks that will satisfy any history buff.
Geography
Located in the South Atlantic Region of the country, Maryland is bordered by Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. With a total land area of over 12,406.68 Square Miles, it comes in as the 8th smallest state.
Population
Currently, the population of MD is 6,016,447 making it the 19th most populated state in the union and the 6th most densely populated. The state capital, Annapolis, has a population of 36217. which is the 7th smallest capital in the country.
Other Populous Maryland Cities are:
| US Rank | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | Baltimore | 614,664 |
Notable Marylanders
Maryland is home to numerous famous and some infamous citizens such as, Spiro T Agnew a memorable vice president is from Baltimore and Benjamin Banneker a notable mathematician astronomer is from Oella/Ellicott City. Others include people like John Barth a writer and Eubie Blake a musician .
Climate
Maryland’s climate is generally moist with a rather large seasonal range of temperatures. Due to Maryland’s mid-latitude location, the jet stream is often in the vicinity, particularly in the late fall, winter, and spring. Precipitation is frequent because low pressure storms associated with the jet stream commonly affect the state. In addition, Maryland’s location on the East Coast of the North American continent exposes it both to the cold winter and warm summer air masses of the continental interior and the moderate and moist air masses of the western Atlantic Ocean. In winter, the contrast between frigid air masses of the continental interior and the relatively warm Atlantic Ocean provides the energy for occasional intense storms commonly known as nor’easters. As a result of these varying influences, Maryland’s climate is characterized by moderately cold and occasionally snowy winters and warm, humid summers. There is a west-to-east contrast in temperature with larger seasonal variations in the highland west, which is in the Appalachian Mountains, while temperatures in the east are moderated by the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. The average annual number of days with average daily temperature below 32°F ranges from a high of 90 days in the northwest to less than 20 days in the southeast. Similar gradients exist for the average number of days above 95°F, which varies from 0 in the Allegheny Plateau to 8 days in North Central Maryland to approximately 5 days near the Southeastern Shore.
The Chesapeake Bay, which divides the state in the east, is the largest estuary in North America and one of the most productive in the world, with over 64,000 square miles of watershed. This area is particularly vulnerable in several ways to climate change through sea level rise, changes in river discharge from precipitation extremes, increased water temperatures, and potential acidification (ocean and biological). Increasing urban development, excess pollution levels, and changes in water temperature and salinity have impacted some plant and animal species, affecting the Chesapeake Bay area ecosystems.
Crime Statistics
Safety and security should always be an important factor when moving to a new location. A state’s crime rate affects more than just the safety of its resident, it intensely affects property value, economics and the overall quality of life. Based on the last FBI Crime Statistics, Maryland’s violent crime rate is 44 per 10k residents which is greater than the national average of 37.3. In addition, the state’s property crime rate is 250per 10k residents which is greater than the national average of 248.7.
Maryland ranks #11 in the US for violent crime and #28 for property crime.
Schools & Education
Whether you are a student, have children, or neither, a state’s educational system is not only important to those attending, it’s vital to the overall quality of life, culture and economics of the state. Based on data from multiple public and private sources, we were able to rank Maryland’s educational system.
Overall Grade: B
Maryland spends on average $12922.00 per pupil, which is greater than the national average ($11,900). MD ranks #5 in the US compared to the rest of the country. While MD ranks #5 in spending, the latest graduation rate is 87.00%%.
Another important factor is the percentage of families that enroll their young children (ages 3-4) in an accredited pre-school program. Maryland ranks #10 with over 50.50% of children attending a early educational program.
Taxes
The current income tax rate for Maryland is 8.95% which ranks 43rd favorable amongst other states. If you are purchasing property, you may want to consider the the property tax burden rate. This is the amount you pay in taxes per $1000 earned. MD’s rate is $28.19 which ranks 22nd in the US.
Currently, MD sales tax is $13.28 for which it comes in as 8th compared to other states.
Sports
Maryland fans are not only loyal but also very dedicated to their local major league teams. Maryland is home to the following teams: the Baltimore Orioles, the Baltimore Ravens, and the Washington Redskins .
Utility Companies
Before you move to Maryland, it’s advised that you know who your utility companies are. We have an extensive list of both public and private utility companies in MD.
Other Resources
For more information about moving to Maryland, visit their website at http://www.maryland.gov/