Maryland is located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the eastern United States. The capital of Maryland is Annapolis, and its largest city is Baltimore. While Maryland is the 8th smallest state in size, it is ranked 19th for total population, and is the 5th most densely populated state in the country. As of 2015, Maryland had the highest median household income of any state, owing in large part to its close proximity to Washington, DC, and a highly diversified economy spanning manufacturing, services, higher education, and biotechnology.
Quick Stats:
Population: 6.1 million people
Median Household Income: $80,800
Population Density: 619 people/square mile
Median Home Sales Price: $312,990
Median Price to Rent: $1,700/month
On average, home values have gone up about 1.6% over the past year.