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Lutherville-Timonium, MD vs Timonium

Two popular suburbs of Baltimore / DC, side by side. Here's how they compare on the metrics that matter most to families.

School rating
9/10
9/10
Commute to Baltimore / DC
22 min
28 min
Median home price
$580K
$390K
Annual property tax
$6K
$4K
Walk score
50
42
Density
suburban
suburban

Summary: It's a close match - both towns lead in 2 metrics each. The best choice depends on your family's priorities.

Character & vibe

Lutherville-Timonium, MD

Baltimore County's I-83 corridor suburb — Dulaney High School (top BCPS), Light Rail station, and post-war detached homes on family lots.

community

Timonium

Maryland State Fairgrounds community in Baltimore County. Timonium has top-rated BCPS schools (Dulaney HS), Light Rail access, and the Maryland State Fair each September. One of Baltimore County's strongest family suburbs.

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Who should pick which?

Pick Lutherville-Timonium, MD if you...

  • ·Want the shortest commute to Baltimore / DC
  • ·Value walkability and a pedestrian-friendly downtown

Pick Timonium if you...

  • ·Need to keep your home budget in check
  • ·Want lower annual property taxes

Still deciding?

Burbia scores both Lutherville-Timonium, MD and Timonium - and every other town in the Baltimore-Washington Area - based on your specific commute, budget, and priorities. Not a generic list.

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