Howard County Map, Maryland
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Howard County, Maryland
Howard County sits between Baltimore and Washington, D.C. This county has a bit of everything. It’s not huge, but the schools here are top-notch.
Columbia is the county’s biggest town. It was built from scratch in the 1960s with the idea of being the perfect suburb. Turns out, they weren’t far off.
From farm-to-table joints to international cuisine, Howard County’s got you covered. And if you’re into history, you can’t miss the B&O Railroad Museum in Ellicott City. It’s a real trip back in time.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Howard County |
| County Seat | Ellicott City |
| Population | 340,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Ellicott City, Columbia, Laurel, Savage, and several unincorporated communities |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 95, U.S. Route 29, Maryland Route 32, Maryland Route 108 |
| FIPS Code | 24-027 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 253.6 square miles (land: 250.1 sq mi, water: 3.5 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Anne Arundel County (Southeast), Baltimore County (Northeast), Carroll County (North), Montgomery County (Southwest), Prince George’s County (South) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (EST) |
| State | Maryland |
| Coordinates | 39.22°N, 76.85°W |
| Etymology | Named after John Eager Howard, an American Revolutionary War officer and governor of Maryland |
| Major Landmarks | Howard County Historical Society, Ellicott City Historic District, Robinson Nature Center, Columbia Mall |
| Website | Howard County Website |
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Howard County Road Map
Major routes like I-95, Route 29, and Route 100 form a transportation hub connecting Baltimore and DC. The county has Maryland’s first diverging diamond interchange at Route 175 and I-95. Secondary roads like MD-108 wind through suburban neighborhoods and historic districts.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Howard County Satellite Map
Our satellite map of Howard County shows a mix of dense suburban development and preserved green spaces. Columbia’s distinctive villages appear as organized clusters amid forested areas.
OUTLINE MAP
Howard County Blank Map
Howard County forms an irregular shape with the Patapsco River creating its northern boundary with Carroll County. It shares borders with five other Maryland counties but no other states. The southwestern edge follows the Patuxent River’s winding path.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 5 neighboring counties of Howard County:
Maryland County Map
With 23 counties and Baltimore City, Maryland gives you a distinct experience in every corner. City life, small towns, and outdoor adventures all come together. Learn more in our Maryland county maps.