Moving to Owings Mills, MD: 2026 Living Guide

Owings Mills is one of Baltimore County’s biggest suburbs, and it has grown fast. The census-designated place grew from 3,810 people in 1960 to 35,674 at the 2020 Census. It sits northwest of Baltimore along I-795 and Reisterstown Road, and it is the end of the line for the Baltimore Metro Subway, which makes it one of the few suburbs where you can ride a train downtown.

Owings Mills suits young professionals, growing families and anyone who wants apartment choices, big employers close by and nature just outside the door. Major employers here include CareFirst and T. Rowe Price, and the Baltimore Ravens have their headquarters facility in town. The median age is just 33.4, and more than half of homes are rented. This guide covers home prices, rent, neighborhoods, schools and moving tips for Owings Mills.

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Where Is Owings Mills, MD?

Owings Mills is an unincorporated community in western Baltimore County, northwest of Baltimore City, with Pikesville and Reisterstown as its neighbors. The main roads are Interstate 795 (the Northwest Expressway), Reisterstown Road (MD 140) and the Baltimore Beltway (I-695) just to the south.

The Owings Mills Metro station on Painters Mill Road is the northern terminus of the Baltimore Metro Subway, with service into downtown Baltimore. BWI Thurgood Marshall is the nearest major airport.

The Maryland Department of Commerce lists these driving distances from Towson, the county seat:

Baltimore, MD: 8 miles
Washington, DC: 47 miles
Philadelphia, PA: 96 miles
Richmond, VA: 152 miles
New York, NY: 185 miles
Pittsburgh, PA: 220 miles

Baltimore County’s highway network also includes I-70, I-83, I-95 and I-895, so most of the region is within reach once you’re on the Beltway.

Owings Mills Population & Demographics

Owings Mills had 35,674 residents at the 2020 Census, up from 30,622 in 2010. It is younger than Baltimore County as a whole and has a large share of renters.

Measure	Owings Mills CDP	Data year
Population (2020 Census)	35,674	2020
Population (2010 Census)	30,622	2010
Median age	33.4	ACS 2020–2024
Persons under 18	24.9%	ACS 2020–2024
Persons 65 and over	9.4%	ACS 2020–2024
Households	14,627	ACS 2020–2024
Median household income	$96,243	ACS 2020–2024 (2024 dollars)
Per capita income	$45,229	ACS 2020–2024 (2024 dollars)
Bachelor’s degree or higher (age 25+)	47.1%	ACS 2020–2024
Owner-occupied housing rate	45.3%	ACS 2020–2024
Persons in poverty	5.6%	ACS 2020–2024
Mean travel time to work	29.4 minutes	ACS 2020–2024
Land area	9.53 square miles	2020

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and Census Reporter. For comparison, Baltimore County’s median household income was $91,768, its bachelor’s-degree rate 42.3% and its homeownership rate 66.4% over the same period.

The numbers tell a clear story. Owings Mills is younger than the county (only 9.4% of residents are 65 or older, versus 19.9% countywide), more educated, and much more likely to rent. About one in four residents is under 18, so there are plenty of young families alongside the young professionals living near the Metro.

Is Owings Mills Safe?

Owings Mills is unincorporated and is served by the Baltimore County Police Department, headquartered at 700 East Joppa Road in Towson. The department’s website publishes police news and precinct crime blotters, which are the best sources for what’s happening near a particular address. We didn’t find a reliable crime rate for the Owings Mills CDP on its own, so we won’t quote one. As with any move, visit the neighborhood at different times of day and ask residents about their experience.

Cost of Living in Owings Mills

Owings Mills sits right around the Baltimore County average for home values, while rents run on the high side.

Home Prices

The Census Bureau’s median value of owner-occupied homes in Owings Mills was $361,000 (ACS 2020–2024), slightly above Baltimore County’s $349,300 and below Maryland’s $419,900.

Redfin reports a median sale price of $379,749 for the three months ending August 2026, up 10.7% from a year earlier, based on 76 sales. The median price per square foot was $193, and homes sold in a median of 34 days. Redfin rates Owings Mills “Very Competitive” with a Compete Score of 78. For the county, the Maryland Department of Commerce reports 8,360 home sales in 2024 with a median price of $365,000.

Rent

Renting is common here: only 45.3% of homes are owner-occupied. The median gross rent was $1,841 a month (ACS 2020–2024), above Baltimore County’s $1,627 and Maryland’s $1,705. Zumper’s September 2026 data puts the median asking rent at $2,225, about 17% above the national average, with these averages by size:

One-bedroom: $1,315
Two-bedroom: $2,056
Three-bedroom: $2,500
Four-bedroom: $3,000

Best Neighborhoods in Owings Mills

Owings Mills covers more than 9 square miles, and each part has a different feel. These three areas come up most.

Metro Centre and Painters Mill

The area around the Owings Mills Metro station on Painters Mill Road is built for people who want transit. Metro Centre at Owings Mills holds the northernmost Metro Subway stop along with restaurants, shopping and a Marriott hotel. It suits commuters, young professionals and renters who want to walk to the train and skip parking downtown.

New Town

New Town is the part of Owings Mills that gives its name to New Town Elementary and New Town High School. It suits families who want schools close to home and quick access to I-795. Many buyers compare it with neighborhoods served by Owings Mills Elementary and Owings Mills High School before choosing, so check school boundaries for each address you like.

Garrison and the Reisterstown Road Corridor

Along Reisterstown Road and out toward Garrison Forest Road, the setting gets more wooded. Irvine Nature Center’s 210 acres are at 11201 Garrison Forest Road, and Garrison Forest School is nearby. This side suits buyers who want a quieter setting with easy access to both Owings Mills and Pikesville. Neighboring Reisterstown, to the northwest, adds a historic Main Street.

Weather & Climate

Owings Mills has warm, humid summers and cold winters with some snow. The Maryland Department of Commerce reports these Baltimore County averages:

Summer temperature: 73.1°F
Winter temperature: 33.2°F
Yearly precipitation: 45.6 inches
Yearly snowfall: 21.9 inches

April through early June and September through October are the easiest months to move. Many leases end on the last day of the month, so book early if you’re moving on the 30th or the 1st.

Summer moves go best with an early start, since afternoons can be hot and humid. In winter, have walkways and parking spaces cleared before the truck arrives, and ask your property manager where snow gets piled so it doesn’t block the loading area.

Things to Do in Owings Mills

Soldiers Delight Natural Environment Area

Soldiers Delight, near Owings Mills in western Baltimore County, covers about 1,900 acres of rare serpentine barrens, grasslands and savannas instead of the forest typical of the region. It is home to more than 39 rare, threatened or endangered plant species and has seven miles of hiking trails. In the 19th century, the area was among the world’s largest producers of chrome. The visitor center is open daily from 11am to 3pm with nature programs and live animals. Pets are welcome on the trails, but bikes and horses are not allowed, to protect the fragile ground.

Irvine Nature Center

Irvine Nature Center moved to its 210-acre site at 11201 Garrison Forest Road in 2008. It has a 17,200-square-foot exhibit hall, an amphitheater, a Native American education site and more than 8 miles of trails, and it welcomes about 80,000 visitors a year. It also runs a Nature Preschool and a homeschool program, a real draw for families with young kids.

Mill Station

The old Owings Mills Mall closed in 2015 and was demolished in March 2017. The site has been redeveloped into Mill Station, a 620,000-square-foot retail center. Costco was the first store to open there, in October 2018. For new residents, it’s the easy answer to “where do we stock up for the new house?” in the first week after a move.

Metro Centre at Owings Mills

Metro Centre, next to the northern end of the Metro Subway, mixes restaurants, shopping and a hotel within walking distance of the train. It’s an easy place to grab dinner, and the train makes a night out downtown possible without driving. The Marriott at Metro Centre is also a handy place for visiting family to stay while you settle in.

If you’re new to the area, the Metro is worth a test ride before your first workday. Parking at the station and riding in can be simpler than finding a garage downtown, especially if your office is near a subway stop.

Oregon Ridge Park

East of Owings Mills in Cockeysville, Oregon Ridge Park covers 1,043 acres with hiking trails, a nature center with live animals, a quarry lake for canoeing and fishing, and winter sledding. Its Fourth of July celebration features the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.

Where to Eat in Owings Mills

Linwoods

Linwoods, at 25 Crossroads Drive, has served innovative New American food since 1988. Founded by chef Linwood Dame and Ellen Dame, it blends fine dining with a neighborhood feel and is a go-to for anniversaries and business dinners.

Mama’s on the Half Shell

The Owings Mills location of Mama’s on the Half Shell, at 10080 Reisterstown Road, is a classic chowder house serving crab cakes, seafood and oysters, with bottomless brunch on weekends. The original is in Baltimore’s Canton neighborhood.

The Reister’s Daughter

Just up the road on historic Main Street in Reisterstown, The Reister’s Daughter is a café serving creative tea blends, specialty coffee, smoothies and muffins. It’s a good spot to grab coffee while you wait for the cable installer.

Jobs & Economy

Owings Mills is a real job center, not just a bedroom community. Major organizations in Owings Mills include:

CareFirst
T. Rowe Price
Black & Decker
The Baltimore Ravens headquarters facility
Maryland Public Television studios

Countywide, the Maryland Department of Commerce lists Baltimore County’s largest employers (2023–2024) as Amazon.com (9,000), MedStar Health (4,747), Greater Baltimore Medical Center (3,289), Towson University (3,199) and BD Life Science (2,950). The Metro Subway also puts downtown Baltimore jobs within reach without a car. Even so, the average commute for Owings Mills residents is 29.4 minutes, a little longer than the county’s 28.0, and many people drive to jobs across the region on I-795 and the Beltway.

Schools in Owings Mills

Owings Mills is served by Baltimore County Public Schools, which the Maryland Department of Commerce reports has 108 elementary, 27 middle/combined and 21 high schools with 107,983 students. Public schools in the area include Owings Mills Elementary, New Town Elementary, Owings Mills High School and New Town High School. Check the BCPS boundary locator for your exact address, since nearby streets can be zoned to different schools.

Owings Mills is also a college town of sorts. Stevenson University opened its Owings Mills campus in 2004, and the university enrolls 3,717 students. The Community College of Baltimore County has a satellite branch in Owings Mills. Private schools include Garrison Forest School.

Towson University (19,677 students), UMBC (13,530) and the full Community College of Baltimore County system (17,604) are also in Baltimore County, within commuting distance for students and staff.

Owings Mills Quick Facts

County	Baltimore County
Status	Unincorporated census-designated place
ZIP code	21117
Area codes	410, 443, 667
Population (2020 Census)	35,674
Land area	9.53 square miles
Main roads	I-795, Reisterstown Road (MD 140), I-695
Transit	Owings Mills Metro Subway station (northern terminus)
County seat	Towson
Nearest major airport	BWI Thurgood Marshall
Public schools	Baltimore County Public Schools
Colleges	Stevenson University, CCBC Owings Mills

Moving to Owings Mills: Tips From Our Crew

Use a local crew. Our movers in Owings Mills handle apartment, condo and house moves and will coordinate directly with your property manager.
Reserve the elevator and loading dock. With more than half of Owings Mills homes rented, many moves here are apartment moves. Call your building early to book the elevator, loading area and move-in window.
Get your COI request in early. Most apartment and condo managers require a certificate of insurance from your mover. We provide COIs free of charge. Send us the building’s requirements and we’ll handle it.
Avoid month-end if you can. The last and first days of the month are the busiest for apartment moves, and elevators get booked up. A mid-month date is often easier to schedule.
Time I-795 and the Beltway. Rush hour on I-795 and I-695 can slow a move to a crawl. Starting after the morning peak usually saves time.
Look out for downtown events. If your move heads into Baltimore City, check for Ravens and Orioles home games and big downtown events, which can add traffic near the stadiums.
Moving from an apartment into your first house? If your lease and closing don’t line up, our storage can hold your things in between.

Frequently Asked Questions About Moving to Owings Mills

How much do movers cost in Owings Mills, MD?

Moving costs depend on your home size, distance, date, and access details like elevators, stairs and parking. The quickest way to get a real price is to call 717-844-5125 or request a free quote online. An owner will call you back within 15 minutes between 8am and 8pm.

Is Owings Mills a good place to live?

For many people, yes. It has major employers, the Metro Subway, parks like Soldiers Delight and Irvine Nature Center, and a median household income of $96,243. Rents run higher than the county average, and traffic on Reisterstown Road and I-795 can be heavy at rush hour.

Can you take the train from Owings Mills to Baltimore?

Yes. The Owings Mills station on Painters Mill Road is the northern terminus of the Baltimore Metro Subway, which runs into downtown Baltimore. It’s one of the main reasons commuters choose Owings Mills.

Do you move apartments in Owings Mills?

Yes. We handle apartment moves of every size and coordinate with building managers on elevators, move times and insurance certificates, which we provide free. Our local moving crews are W-2 employees, never subcontractors.

Do you handle office moves in Owings Mills?

Yes. Owings Mills has a lot of offices, and we offer office and commercial moving with planning to keep your downtime short. Call to talk with an owner about your timeline.

Move to Owings Mills With A & M Friendly Movers

A & M Friendly Movers has been family-owned since 2015. Our crews are background-checked, drug-tested W-2 employees, never subcontractors. With our Owner’s Promise, you talk to an owner, not a call center. If anything is damaged, an owner calls you the same day, and claims are resolved in 60 to 90 days. We handle local and long-distance moves, packing, storage and military moves, with 5% off for military families.

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Moving to Owings Mills, MD: Living in Owings Mills Guide