Jobs & Economy in Towson
Towson's economy runs on a real, substantial local base anchored by Towson University and Greater Baltimore Medical Center, reflected in above-national income figures and a low unemployment rate.
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Learn moreTwo real, substantial local anchors
Towson University's 19,401 total enrollment and GBMC's regional hospital, serving 20,455+ inpatient cases and ~52,000 ED visits annually, both anchor real, substantial local employment.
Above-national income figures
Towson's real, disclosed median household income ($90,951) and per-capita income ($60,489) both run well above national figures.
A real, low unemployment rate
Towson's 4.2% unemployment rate ran 11% below the national rate, reflecting the area's real, stable university- and healthcare-anchored employment base.
Key takeaways
- Towson University and GBMC are real, substantial local employment anchors.
- Towson's median household income ($90,951) runs well above national figures.
- Towson's 4.2% unemployment rate ran 11% below the national rate.
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