Ask a Marylander where the best place to live is, and the conversation is likely to get heated. While the following 10 spots have been ranked as some of the best in the state according to various sources, they are by no means the only towns worth living in. Check out this list of the 10 best places to live in Maryland, then feel free to share your own suggestions at the bottom.
- Columbia
Wikimedia Commons / Scott218 Money Magazine recently named Columbia The Best Place To Live In 2016. This planned community is filled with things to do from exploring the miles of trails to attending a lively concert at Merriweather Post Pavilion.
- Sykesville
Jamie Alvarenga / Only In Your State Sykesville won the title of America’s Coolest Small Town for 2016 and it’s not hard to see why. This charming spot is full of history, family-friendly festivals, and unique boutiques.
- Berlin
Wikimedia Commons / Squelle Berlin also won the title of America’s Coolest Small Town two years before Sykesville (in 2014). If you’re looking for a close-knit community, look no further. This town is filled with pride.
- Frederick
Flickr / Ron Cogswell Frederick ranked in Liability.com’s Top 100 Best Places To Live in 2015. This town keeps getting better and better with its quaint water views, impressive restaurants, and fun events.
- Rockville
Wikimedia Commons / Aude According to Livability.com, Rockville is One Of The Best Places In The U.S. To Raise A Family. It’s a good blend of city and suburb living. You can own a cozy home but still be close to everything.
6, Bethesda
Flickr / Eric Fidler Bethesda ranks as An Appealing Place To Live for its culture, dining, and nearby adventures. If city living is your thing, it’s worth checking out.
- Kensington
Wikimedia Commons / Wikipedian1234 AreaVibes.com honored Kensington as the #1 Most Livable Place In The State. It scored an A+ in almost all areas except cost of living. FYI: it’s a bit pricey.
- Gaithersburg
Flickr / ehpien Did you know that Gaithersburg is the Most Diverse City In America? It’s true, and it’s also a great place to live with things to do in town, and the surrounding area.
- Annapolis
Flickr / m01229 CreditDonkey.com created their own list of best places to live in the state, factoring in things like commute time, crime, and income. They ranked Annapolis #1. Maryland’s capital not only offers serene water views, but it’s very walkable, encouraging residents to get outdoors.
- Ellicott City
Flickr / BKL Ellicott City shows up in Best Places To Live lists time and time again. This town is full of pride, charm, and unique character
Did your town or city make the list? What other Maryland spots are worth acknowledging? Share your thoughts below, and be sure to also check out some of the most charming small towns in the Old Line State.
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Money Magazine recently named Columbia The Best Place To Live In 2016. This planned community is filled with things to do from exploring the miles of trails to attending a lively concert at Merriweather Post Pavilion.
Jamie Alvarenga / Only In Your State
Sykesville won the title of America’s Coolest Small Town for 2016 and it’s not hard to see why. This charming spot is full of history, family-friendly festivals, and unique boutiques.
Wikimedia Commons / Squelle
Berlin also won the title of America’s Coolest Small Town two years before Sykesville (in 2014). If you’re looking for a close-knit community, look no further. This town is filled with pride.
Flickr / Ron Cogswell
Frederick ranked in Liability.com’s Top 100 Best Places To Live in 2015. This town keeps getting better and better with its quaint water views, impressive restaurants, and fun events.
Wikimedia Commons / Aude
According to Livability.com, Rockville is One Of The Best Places In The U.S. To Raise A Family. It’s a good blend of city and suburb living. You can own a cozy home but still be close to everything.
Flickr / Eric Fidler
Bethesda ranks as An Appealing Place To Live for its culture, dining, and nearby adventures. If city living is your thing, it’s worth checking out.
Wikimedia Commons / Wikipedian1234
AreaVibes.com honored Kensington as the #1 Most Livable Place In The State. It scored an A+ in almost all areas except cost of living. FYI: it’s a bit pricey.
Flickr / ehpien
Did you know that Gaithersburg is the Most Diverse City In America? It’s true, and it’s also a great place to live with things to do in town, and the surrounding area.
Flickr / m01229
CreditDonkey.com created their own list of best places to live in the state, factoring in things like commute time, crime, and income. They ranked Annapolis #1. Maryland’s capital not only offers serene water views, but it’s very walkable, encouraging residents to get outdoors.
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Ellicott City shows up in Best Places To Live lists time and time again. This town is full of pride, charm, and unique character
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