What are the schools like in Arbutus, MD?

Arbutus is served primarily by Baltimore County Public Schools. The district operates 111 elementary schools, 29 middle schools, and 33 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.0:1.

What is the median household income in Arbutus?

The median household income in Arbutus, MD is $98,886 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.1%.

What is the weather like in Arbutus, MD?

Arbutus has an average high temperature of 43.7°F in January and 90.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 19.3 inches.

Arbutus, MD Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Arbutus, MD affordable or expensive?

Arbutus's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Arbutus is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $282,600 and the median rent is $1,251 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Arbutus, MD?

Crime rate data for Arbutus is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Arbutus, MD a Good Place to Live?

Arbutus is a small city of 20,135 in Maryland, with a median household income of $98,886 and a 6.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Arbutus stands out for solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Arbutus is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Arbutus city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 102.7

Arbutus's overall cost of living index is 102.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Arbutus costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Arbutus, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$282,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,251	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$98,886	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Arbutus is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Arbutus is served primarily by Baltimore County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Arbutus, MD	National Avg
School District	Baltimore County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	111	—
Middle Schools	29	—
High Schools	33	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	38.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Arbutus sees average highs of 43.7°F in January and 90.1°F in July, with 51.0 inches of annual precipitation and 19.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Arbutus, MD
Average High — January	43.7°F
Average High — July	90.1°F
Annual Precipitation	51.0"
Annual Snowfall	19.3"

Demographics

Metric	Arbutus, MD	National Avg
Population	20,135	—
Median Age	37.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	75.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	9.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.1%	18.9%
Asian	7.3%	6.3%
Under 18	20.2%	22.2%
65 and over	12.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lansdowne, MD 2 mi Linthicum, MD 3 mi Baltimore Highlands, MD 3 mi Catonsville, MD 3 mi Brooklyn Park, MD 4 mi

ZIP Codes in Arbutus

Arbutus, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

21227

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arbutus, MD affordable or expensive?

Arbutus's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Arbutus roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $282,600 and median rent is $1,251/month.

What is the crime rate in Arbutus, MD?

Crime data for Arbutus is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Arbutus?

Public schools in Arbutus are operated by Baltimore County Public Schools. The district has 111 elementary, 29 middle, and 33 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.0:1. 38.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Arbutus, MD a good place to live?

Arbutus, MD has a population of 20,135, a median household income of $98,886, and an unemployment rate of 6.1%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Arbutus?

Arbutus averages 43.7°F in January and 90.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.0 inches with about 19.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Arbutus?

Arbutus, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 21227.

What is the population of Arbutus?

The population of Arbutus, Maryland is 20,135 with a median age of 37.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Arbutus?

Key numbers for living in Arbutus: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $282,600, median household income $98,886, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Arbutus side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.