What are the schools like in Reisterstown, MD?

Reisterstown 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 Reisterstown?

The median household income in Reisterstown, MD is $75,652 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.4%.

What is the weather like in Reisterstown, MD?

Reisterstown has an average high temperature of 42.4°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Reisterstown, MD affordable or expensive?

Reisterstown's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Reisterstown is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $302,400 and the median rent is $1,531 per month.

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

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

Is Reisterstown, MD a Good Place to Live?

Reisterstown is a small city of 27,616 in Maryland, with a median household income of $75,652 and a 11.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Reisterstown stands out for solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population.

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

All Reisterstown 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

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

Metric	Reisterstown, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$302,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,531	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$75,652	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Reisterstown 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	Reisterstown, 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	42.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Reisterstown sees average highs of 42.4°F in January and 86.5°F in July, with 47.8 inches of annual precipitation and 28.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Reisterstown, MD
Average High — January	42.4°F
Average High — July	86.5°F
Annual Precipitation	47.8"
Annual Snowfall	28.5"

Demographics

Metric	Reisterstown, MD	National Avg
Population	27,616	—
Median Age	39.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	42.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	39.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.9%	18.9%
Asian	8.1%	6.3%
Under 18	23.2%	22.2%
65 and over	14.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Owings Mills, MD 3 mi Garrison, MD 5 mi Randallstown, MD 6 mi Pikesville, MD 8 mi Milford Mill, MD 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Reisterstown

Reisterstown, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

21136

Reisterstown vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reisterstown, MD affordable or expensive?

Reisterstown's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Reisterstown roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $302,400 and median rent is $1,531/month.

What is the crime rate in Reisterstown, MD?

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

What are the schools like in Reisterstown?

Public schools in Reisterstown 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. 42.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Reisterstown, MD a good place to live?

Reisterstown, MD has a population of 27,616, a median household income of $75,652, and an unemployment rate of 11.4%. 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 Reisterstown?

Reisterstown averages 42.4°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.8 inches with about 28.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Reisterstown?

Reisterstown, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 21136.

What is the population of Reisterstown?

The population of Reisterstown, Maryland is 27,616 with a median age of 39.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Reisterstown?

Key numbers for living in Reisterstown: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $302,400, median household income $75,652, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Reisterstown side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.