Baltimore County, Maryland

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Baltimore County
U.S. county
County of Baltimore
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Coordinates:
Country	United States
Seat	Towson
Area
• Total	682 sq mi (1,770 km2)
• Land	598 sq mi (1,550 km2)
• Water	84 sq mi (220 km2)
Population  (2020)
• Total	854,535
• Density	1,300/sq mi (480/km2)
Website	www.baltimorecountymd.gov

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Baltimore County is a county located in the northern part of the U.S. state of Maryland. As of the 2020 census, the population was 854,535, making it the third-most populous county in Maryland. The county seat is Towson.

History

Baltimore County was created in 1659 as one of the original counties of Maryland. The county was named for Cecilius Calvert, 2nd Baron Baltimore, the first Proprietary Governor of the Province of Maryland. The county has a rich history, including its role in the War of 1812 and the American Civil War.

Geography

Baltimore County is located in the northern part of Maryland, bordered by Harford County to the northeast, Carroll County to the northwest, Howard County to the southwest, and Anne Arundel County to the south. The county surrounds but does not include the independent city of Baltimore.

The county has a total area of 682 square miles, of which 598 square miles is land and 84 square miles is water. The Patapsco River forms part of the southern boundary of the county.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, Baltimore County had a population of 854,535. The county is diverse, with a mix of urban, suburban, and rural areas. The largest community in the county is Towson, which serves as the county seat.

Government

Baltimore County is governed by a County Executive and a County Council. The County Executive is elected to a four-year term, and the County Council consists of seven members, each representing a different district within the county.

Education

Baltimore County is served by the Baltimore County Public Schools system, which is one of the largest school systems in Maryland. The county is also home to several higher education institutions, including Towson University and the Community College of Baltimore County.

Economy

The economy of Baltimore County is diverse, with major industries including healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The county is home to several major employers, including Johns Hopkins University, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and T. Rowe Price.

Transportation

Baltimore County is served by several major highways, including Interstate 95, Interstate 83, and Interstate 695. The county is also served by the Maryland Transit Administration, which provides bus and rail service throughout the region.

Communities

Baltimore County includes several unincorporated communities and census-designated places, including:

• Towson
• Catonsville
• Dundalk
• Essex
• Owings Mills
• Pikesville
• Randallstown

Related Pages

• Maryland
• Baltimore
• Towson, Maryland
• Baltimore County Public Schools
• Patapsco River

Also see

► Healthcare providers in Maryland

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