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Aberdeen, Maryland

city · Harford County

At a glance

17,298
Population
$261,400
Median home value (all homes)
14% below U.S. median
$348,144
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,363/mo
Median rent
1% above U.S. median
$74,826
Median household income
5% below U.S. median
27.5 min
Average commute
88.8%
Homes with broadband
79.6%
Locations with fiber available
5.7%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 105 — 5% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing4% above
Goods & services2% above
Utilities10% above
Taxes28% above
Insurance6% below
Commute cost1% above
For business: Maryland is CBII band 3/5 · time to build band 3/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college21 mi
Nearest community college7 mi
Nearest technical college10 mi
High school graduates92.5%
College graduates25.6%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

county Harford County Economic Development
The Harford County Department of Economic Development (DED) is dedicated to fostering a dynamic and resilient economy that supports business growth, creates jobs, and enhances residents' quality of life in Harford County. It serves as a connector between businesses, developers, educators, and community organizations, providing guidance, data insights, and hands-on support to help businesses start, grow, and invest in the county.
state Maryland Department of Commerce
The Maryland Department of Commerce is the state's primary economic development agency that stimulates private investment and creates jobs by attracting new businesses, encouraging the expansion and retention of existing companies, and providing workforce training and financial assistance to Maryland companies. It also promotes Maryland’s commercial advantages and quality of life to spur economic development, international investment, trade and tourism.
state Maryland Economic Development Association
The Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) enhances the knowledge and skills of its members, encourages partnerships and networking among people committed to bringing jobs and capital to Maryland, and promotes economic development as an investment in Maryland. MEDA is a nonprofit organization of economic development professionals.
state Maryland Technology Development Corporation
TEDCO provides funding, resources and connections that early-stage technology and life sciences companies need to thrive in Maryland. It identifies, invests in, and helps grow technology companies in Maryland.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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