Special Interest
Housing in Harford County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Harford County averages $1,586/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Maryland median of $1,705 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 32% of household income on rent, equal to the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Harford County FMR Area are $1,488 for a studio, $1,651 for 1‑bedroom, $2,030 for 2‑bedroom, $2,577 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,854 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $444 increase for a 2-bedroom in Harford County shows a 28% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Harford County was 2.8% in 2024, compared to Maryland at 3.0% and the national rate of 4.0%.
