As of 2012, Howard's population is 17,399 people. Since 2000, it has had a population growth of 31.19 percent. --------------------The median home cost in Howard is $146,900. Home appreciation the last year has been 0.19 percent. --------------------Compared to the rest of the country, Howard's cost of living is 1.50% Lower than the U.S. average. --------------------Howard public schools spend $5,565 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $5,691. There are about 15 students per teacher in Howard. --------------------The unemployment rate in Howard is 6.20 percent(U.S. avg. is 8.60%). Recent job growth is Negative. Howard jobs have Decreased by 0.71 percent.
Ranked #12 Most Secure Places to Live in the U.S. (Mid-Size Metro Areas) Ranked #15 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas) Ranked #18 Most Secure Places to Live 2011 (Mid-Size Cities) Ranked #73 Best Green Cities Ranked #108 2005 Best Places to Live See More Rankings Click Here
 | --------------------Average Commute time is 20 minutes. The National Average is 28 minutes. --------------------Howard's Real Estate Market (click to see properties)
• Newly Listed Homes • Most Expensive Listing • Million Dollar Houses • Homes from $750,001 to $1,000,000 • Homes from $500,001 to $750,000 • Homes from $250,000 to $500,000 • Homes under $250,000 • Median Priced Homes |