What are the schools like in Edgewood, MD?

Edgewood is served primarily by Harford County Public Schools. The district operates 33 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 11 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.2:1.

What is the median household income in Edgewood?

The median household income in Edgewood, MD is $85,742 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.3%.

What is the weather like in Edgewood, MD?

Edgewood has an average high temperature of 41.5°F in January and 86.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 16.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Edgewood, MD affordable or expensive?

Edgewood's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Edgewood is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $217,800 and the median rent is $1,392 per month.

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

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

Is Edgewood, MD a Good Place to Live?

Edgewood is a small city of 25,116 in Maryland, with a median household income of $85,742 and a 7.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Edgewood stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

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

All Edgewood 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

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

Metric	Edgewood, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$217,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,392	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$85,742	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Edgewood is served primarily by Harford County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Edgewood, MD	National Avg
School District	Harford County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	33	—
Middle Schools	9	—
High Schools	11	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	23.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Edgewood sees average highs of 41.5°F in January and 86.4°F in July, with 50.0 inches of annual precipitation and 16.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Edgewood, MD
Average High — January	41.5°F
Average High — July	86.4°F
Annual Precipitation	50.0"
Annual Snowfall	16.7"

Demographics

Metric	Edgewood, MD	National Avg
Population	25,116	—
Median Age	36.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	38.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	46.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.3%	18.9%
Asian	1.5%	6.3%
Under 18	24.5%	22.2%
65 and over	12.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Edgewood

Edgewood, MD is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

21040 21010

Edgewood vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edgewood, MD affordable or expensive?

Edgewood's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Edgewood roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $217,800 and median rent is $1,392/month.

What is the crime rate in Edgewood, MD?

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

What are the schools like in Edgewood?

Public schools in Edgewood are operated by Harford County Public Schools. The district has 33 elementary, 9 middle, and 11 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.2:1. 23.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Edgewood, MD a good place to live?

Edgewood, MD has a population of 25,116, a median household income of $85,742, and an unemployment rate of 7.3%. 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 Edgewood?

Edgewood averages 41.5°F in January and 86.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.0 inches with about 16.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Edgewood?

Edgewood, MD is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 21040, 21010.

What is the population of Edgewood?

The population of Edgewood, Maryland is 25,116 with a median age of 36.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Edgewood?

Key numbers for living in Edgewood: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $217,800, median household income $85,742, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Edgewood side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.