What are the schools like in Joppatowne, MD?

Joppatowne 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 Joppatowne?

The median household income in Joppatowne, MD is $101,141 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.1%.

What is the weather like in Joppatowne, MD?

Joppatowne 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.

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

Q: Is Joppatowne, MD affordable or expensive?

Joppatowne's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Joppatowne is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $307,900 and the median rent is $1,511 per month.

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

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

Is Joppatowne, MD a Good Place to Live?

Joppatowne is a small city of 13,391 in Maryland, with a median household income of $101,141 and a 5.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

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

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

All Joppatowne 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

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

Metric	Joppatowne, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$307,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,511	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$101,141	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Joppatowne 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	Joppatowne, 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	31.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

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

Demographics

Metric	Joppatowne, MD	National Avg
Population	13,391	—
Median Age	42.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	73.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	19.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.9%	18.9%
Asian	1.7%	6.3%
Under 18	17.5%	22.2%
65 and over	16.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Joppatowne

Joppatowne, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

21085

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Joppatowne, MD affordable or expensive?

Joppatowne's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Joppatowne roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $307,900 and median rent is $1,511/month.

What is the crime rate in Joppatowne, MD?

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

What are the schools like in Joppatowne?

Public schools in Joppatowne 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. 31.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Joppatowne, MD a good place to live?

Joppatowne, MD has a population of 13,391, a median household income of $101,141, and an unemployment rate of 5.1%. 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 Joppatowne?

Joppatowne 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 Joppatowne?

Joppatowne, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 21085.

What is the population of Joppatowne?

The population of Joppatowne, Maryland is 13,391 with a median age of 42.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Joppatowne?

Key numbers for living in Joppatowne: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $307,900, median household income $101,141, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Joppatowne side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.