What are the schools like in Fallston, MD?

Fallston 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 Fallston?

The median household income in Fallston, MD is $154,022 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.8%.

What is the weather like in Fallston, MD?

Fallston has an average high temperature of 41.5°F in January and 86.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Fallston, MD affordable or expensive?

Fallston's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Fallston is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $485,800 and the median rent is $2,129 per month.

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

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

Is Fallston, MD a Good Place to Live?

Fallston is a small town of 9,952 in Maryland, with a median household income of $154,022 and a 0.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Fallston stands out for solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population.

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

All Fallston 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

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

Metric	Fallston, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$485,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,129	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	95.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$154,022	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Fallston 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	Fallston, 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	47.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Fallston sees average highs of 41.5°F in January and 86.4°F in July, with 50.5 inches of annual precipitation and 28.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Fallston, MD
Average High — January	41.5°F
Average High — July	86.4°F
Annual Precipitation	50.5"
Annual Snowfall	28.8"

Demographics

Metric	Fallston, MD	National Avg
Population	9,952	—
Median Age	45.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	38.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	86.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.9%	18.9%
Asian	3.9%	6.3%
Under 18	18.4%	22.2%
65 and over	21.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Fallston

Fallston, MD is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

21047 21013

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fallston, MD affordable or expensive?

Fallston's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Fallston roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $485,800 and median rent is $2,129/month.

What is the crime rate in Fallston, MD?

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

What are the schools like in Fallston?

Public schools in Fallston 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. 47.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Fallston, MD a good place to live?

Fallston, MD has a population of 9,952, a median household income of $154,022, and an unemployment rate of 0.8%. 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 Fallston?

Fallston averages 41.5°F in January and 86.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.5 inches with about 28.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Fallston?

Fallston, MD is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 21047, 21013.

What is the population of Fallston?

The population of Fallston, Maryland is 9,952 with a median age of 45.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Fallston?

Key numbers for living in Fallston: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $485,800, median household income $154,022, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Fallston side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.