What To Know Before Moving To Baltimore Tuesday Feb 03, 2015

Baltimore is the largest city in the state of Maryland and the place we call home. If you’re moving to Baltimore there are a few things that you might want to know about the city.

1. CITY OF NEIGHBORHOODS

Baltimore has 225 distinct neighborhoods to choose from. Whether you’re an inner city lover, or you enjoy the more tranquil suburbs, there is a place for you. There are four neighborhood types to check out.

Waterfront Neighborhoods

Near Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, these areas are close to a number of restaurants, art galleries and other attractions.

Historic Neighborhoods

With their cultural flair and historical roots, these areas are typically considered quirky and close-knit.

Up and Coming Neighborhoods

In these younger areas of the city, residents are enjoying rising property values while newcomers are still able to find affordable housing.

Suburbs

If a suburban lifestyle is more your speed, you may enjoy the neighborhoods just outside of the city. Nearby suburbs are close enough to the big city so residents can enjoy the job opportunities of a big city and other benefits, while still being far enough away for a little peace and quiet.

Read a full report of Baltimore’s neighborhoods here.

2. COST OF LIVING IS HIGHER, BUT NOT HIGHEST

While the cost of living in Baltimore is higher than the national average, it is important to keep in mind that higher salary rates in the city often make up for the increase. Also, compared to other nearby large cities, Baltimore is actually much more affordable. For example, in New York City the cost of living is around 45% higher than in Baltimore. The best way to determine how far your budget will stretch is by using a cost of living calculator.

3. PROMISING JOB MARKET

Fortunately for those seeking employment, Baltimore is home to many large companies which provide thousands of jobs. The city's three major industries are:

Medical

Known for its medical schools and hospitals, it’s no surprise that medical jobs are the number one employers in Baltimore. Between Johns Hopkins Hospital, the University of Maryland Medical System and Sinai Hospital of Maryland, there are around 23,500 jobs!

Government

Second to health professions are government jobs because of Baltimore’s close proximity to Washington D.C. Many residents make the commute to D.C. from Baltimore every day because of Baltimore’s relatively low cost of living. The Department of Defense is a larger employer of Baltimoreans, but closer to home is the Social Security Administration with its headquarters located in nearby Woodlawn, Maryland.

Education

The third largest employment field in Baltimore is education. Baltimore’s public schools alone employ around 12,000 teachers; add in colleges and universities and those numbers shoot up even more.

Moving Incentives

There’s no better time than the present to move to Baltimore. Sponsored by Living Baltimore, the “City Living Starts Here” moving incentive offers $5,000 you can use towards the purchase of a home anywhere in the city of Baltimore. To qualify for this incentive, you must take part in City Living Starts Here events, such as participating in a walking tour of homes in certain Baltimore neighborhoods. Read more about moving incentives here.

Baltimore’s unique neighborhoods, cost of living, promising job market and moving incentives make it a great place to live, learn and work. If you’re moving into or around the Charm City, trust a local Baltimore moving company, Advance Relocation Systems, with your relocation.

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