Fulton vs Highland, MD
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
10/10
Commute to Baltimore / DC
40 min
35 min
Median home price
$973K
$950K
Annual property tax
$11K
$11K
Walk score
22
15
Density
suburban
exurban
Summary: Highland, MD leads in 4 of 6 metrics. It edges out on school rating, commute to baltimore / dc, median home price, annual property tax. The best choice depends on your family's priorities.
Character & vibe
Fulton
Howard County's most diverse well-established community. Strong school quality at mid-Maryland prices.
community
Highland, MD
Howard County's S-W horse-country exurb — top Howard County schools, multi-acre estate lots, and rural-feeling family homes near DC.
communitynature
Who should pick which?
Pick Fulton if you...
- ·Value walkability and a pedestrian-friendly downtown
- ·Drawn to the community character
Pick Highland, MD if you...
- ·Prioritize top-rated schools above all else
- ·Want the shortest commute to Baltimore / DC
- ·Need to keep your home budget in check
- ·Want lower annual property taxes
Still deciding?
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