What are the schools like in Baden, MD?

Baden is served primarily by Prince George's County Public Schools. The district operates 139 elementary schools, 25 middle schools, and 25 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.1:1.

What is the median household income in Baden?

The median household income in Baden, MD is $144,712 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.3%.

What is the weather like in Baden, MD?

Baden has an average high temperature of 44.2°F in January and 85.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 15.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Baden, MD affordable or expensive?

Baden's cost of living index is 109, where 100 represents the national average. This means Baden is 9% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $505,900 and the median rent is $1,577 per month.

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

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

Is Baden, MD a Good Place to Live?

Baden is a small town of 1,902 in Maryland, with a median household income of $144,712 and a 6.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 109 (US average = 100), which is 9% above the national average.

Strengths: Baden stands out for solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Baden is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Baden 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: 108.6

Baden's overall cost of living index is 108.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Baden costs roughly 9% more than the average American city.

Metric	Baden, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$505,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,577	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	90.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$144,712	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Baden is served primarily by Prince George's County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Baden, MD	National Avg
School District	Prince George's County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	139	—
Middle Schools	25	—
High Schools	25	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	29.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Baden sees average highs of 44.2°F in January and 85.3°F in July, with 47.6 inches of annual precipitation and 15.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Baden, MD
Average High — January	44.2°F
Average High — July	85.3°F
Annual Precipitation	47.6"
Annual Snowfall	15.1"

Demographics

Metric	Baden, MD	National Avg
Population	1,902	—
Median Age	49.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	46.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	44.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	39.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.3%	18.9%
Asian	3.3%	6.3%
Under 18	19.0%	22.2%
65 and over	20.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Baden

Baden, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

20613

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baden, MD affordable or expensive?

Baden's cost of living index is 109, where 100 is the national average. That puts Baden roughly 9% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $505,900 and median rent is $1,577/month.

What is the crime rate in Baden, MD?

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

What are the schools like in Baden?

Public schools in Baden are operated by Prince George's County Public Schools. The district has 139 elementary, 25 middle, and 25 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. 29.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Baden, MD a good place to live?

Baden, MD has a population of 1,902, a median household income of $144,712, and an unemployment rate of 6.3%. 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 Baden?

Baden averages 44.2°F in January and 85.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.6 inches with about 15.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Baden?

Baden, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 20613.

What is the population of Baden?

The population of Baden, Maryland is 1,902 with a median age of 49.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Baden?

Key numbers for living in Baden: cost of living index 109 (100 = US average), median home $505,900, median household income $144,712, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Baden side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.