Catonsville, MD Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 21,417

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Catonsville: 131.3 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (4.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 16.3% for Black residents, 16.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 7.6% for other race residents, 6.3% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (11.3%), Irish (9.8%), American (7.7%), English (6.7%), Italian (5.3%), European (5.2%).

Land Area: 14.0 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $77,292 (it was $53,061 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $37,523 (it was $25,254 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $286,972 (it was $138,900 in 2000) Catonsville:$286,972MD:$312,500

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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Alcohol Testing Catonsville, MD

Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing at testing centers located in Catonsville, MD and the surrounding areas. Alcohol testing is available for DOT and non DOT purposes and Court Ordered requirements. Testing methods include breath alcohol (BAC), urine, oral saliva and hair testing. Same day service is available at our Catonsville, MD locations and most Catonsville, MD alcohol testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.

Alcohol Testing is administered for court ordered (ETG), DOT and Non-DOT testing including random selection, reasonable suspicion, post-accident testing and other reason an employer or individual may need an Alcohol Test.

5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 9, 1.4 miles

5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 9,
Baltimore, MD 21229
Categories: Baltimore MD

2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 51 2.6 miles

2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 51
Catonsville, MD 21228
Categories: Catonsville MD

4807 BENSON AVE 2.6 miles

4807 BENSON AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1419 KNECHT AVE 2.7 miles

1419 KNECHT AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

5822 OAKLAND RD 3.4 miles

5822 OAKLAND RD
HALETHORPE, MD 21227
Categories: HALETHORPE MD

2300 Garrison Blvd Ste 206, 4.1 miles

2300 Garrison Blvd Ste 206,
Baltimore, MD 21216
Categories: Baltimore MD

9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE 4.2 miles

9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
Categories: ELLICOTT CITY MD

2701 W PATAPSCO AVE STE 225 4.3 miles

2701 W PATAPSCO AVE STE 225
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L 4.8 miles

701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L
LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, MD 21090
Categories: LINTHICUM HEIGHTS MD

9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101, 5.0 miles

9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101,
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Categories: Ellicott City MD

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE HOFFBERGER STE 54 5.7 miles

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE HOFFBERGER STE 54
BALTIMORE, MD 21215
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1812 BOLTON ST APT 3 6.1 miles

1812 BOLTON ST APT 3
BALTIMORE, MD 21217
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

100 S CHARLES ST STE 150 6.4 miles

100 S CHARLES ST STE 150
BALTIMORE, MD 21201
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1650 UNION AVE 6.4 miles

1650 UNION AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

726 LIGHT ST 6.4 miles

726 LIGHT ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

6785 Business Pkwy 6.4 miles

6785 Business Pkwy
Elkridge, MD 21075
Categories: Elkridge MD

7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102 6.5 miles

7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102
ELKRIDGE, MD 21075
Categories: ELKRIDGE MD

5400 Old Court Rd Ste 102, 6.6 miles

5400 Old Court Rd Ste 102,
Randallstown, MD 21133
Categories: Randallstown MD

4419 FALLS RD STE D 6.9 miles

4419 FALLS RD STE D
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

2901 SAINT PAUL ST 7.1 miles

2901 SAINT PAUL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21218
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

6656 DOBBIN RD 7.8 miles

6656 DOBBIN RD
COLUMBIA, MD 21045
Categories: COLUMBIA MD

1860 REISTERSTOWN RD STE A 8.0 miles

1860 REISTERSTOWN RD STE A
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
Categories: PIKESVILLE MD

1838 GREENE TREE RD STE 115 8.2 miles

1838 GREENE TREE RD STE 115
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
Categories: PIKESVILLE MD

811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104 8.4 miles

811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
Categories: GLEN BURNIE MD

1501 S CLINTON ST 11 FL 8.7 miles

1501 S CLINTON ST 11 FL
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

23 Crossroads Dr, Suite 120 8.8 miles

23 Crossroads Dr, Suite 120
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Categories: Owings Mills MD

3600 ODONNELL ST STE 170 8.9 miles

3600 ODONNELL ST STE 170
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202 9.1 miles

11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202
Columbia, MD 21044
Categories: Columbia MD

802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park 9.4 miles

802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Categories: Glen Burnie MD

808 LANDMARK DR STE 116 9.8 miles

808 LANDMARK DR STE 116
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
Categories: GLEN BURNIE MD

1833 PORTAL ST 10.5 miles

1833 PORTAL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

7801 YORK RD STE 360 10.6 miles

7801 YORK RD STE 360
TOWSON, MD 21204
Categories: TOWSON MD

200 Hospital Dr Ste 103, 11.0 miles

200 Hospital Dr Ste 103,
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Categories: Glen Burnie MD

1220A E JOPPA RD STE 109 11.4 miles

1220A E JOPPA RD STE 109
TOWSON, MD 21286
Categories: TOWSON MD

1205 York Rd Ste 15a, 11.8 miles

1205 York Rd Ste 15a,
Lutherville, MD 21093
Categories: Lutherville MD

1407 YORK RD STE 311 11.9 miles

1407 YORK RD STE 311
LUTHERVILLE, MD 21093
Categories: LUTHERVILLE MD

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 3 12.2 miles

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 3
DUNDALK, MD 21222
Categories: DUNDALK MD

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 2 12.2 miles

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 2
BALTIMORE, MD 21222
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

8101 PULASKI HWY STE H 12.4 miles

8101 PULASKI HWY STE H
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

On-site ONLY 12.4 miles

On-site ONLY
LAUREL, MD 20724
Categories: LAUREL MD

8768 SUSINI DR 12.5 miles

8768 SUSINI DR
LAUREL, MD 20723
Categories: LAUREL MD

1830 YORK RD STE F 12.5 miles

1830 YORK RD STE F
TIMONIUM, MD 21093
Categories: TIMONIUM MD

11722 REISTERSTOWN RD 12.7 miles

11722 REISTERSTOWN RD
REISTERSTOWN, MD 21136
Categories: REISTERSTOWN MD

1730 Merritt Blvd Choice One UC Baltimore 12.8 miles

1730 Merritt Blvd Choice One UC Baltimore
Baltimore, MD 21222
Categories: Baltimore MD

8600 LASALLE RD YORK BUILDING, STE 515 12.9 miles

8600 LASALLE RD YORK BUILDING, STE 515
TOWSON, MD 21286
Categories: TOWSON MD

408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B 13.1 miles

408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B
MILLERSVILLE, MD 21108
Categories: MILLERSVILLE MD

P. O. BOX 376 14.1 miles

P. O. BOX 376
LAUREL, MD 20725
Categories: LAUREL MD

1532 Liberty Road, Suite 101 14.3 miles

1532 Liberty Road, Suite 101
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Categories: Eldersburg MD

6820 HOSPITAL DR, STE 201 14.7 miles

6820 HOSPITAL DR, STE 201
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

9110 Philadelphia Rd Ste 212, 14.8 miles

9110 Philadelphia Rd Ste 212,
Baltimore, MD 21237
Categories: Baltimore MD

9114 PHILADELPHIA RD STE 108 14.8 miles

9114 PHILADELPHIA RD STE 108
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

10 WARREN RD, STE 260 14.9 miles

10 WARREN RD, STE 260
COCKEYSVILLE, MD 21030
Categories: COCKEYSVILLE MD

3708 MOUNTAIN RD 15.0 miles

3708 MOUNTAIN RD
PASADENA, MD 21122
Categories: PASADENA MD

1000 LIBERTY RD STE 102 15.3 miles

1000 LIBERTY RD STE 102
ELDERSBURG, MD 21784
Categories: ELDERSBURG MD

3676 Alpen Greenway 15.6 miles

3676 Alpen Greenway
Burtonsville, MD 20866
Categories: Burtonsville MD

537 RITCHIE HWY STE 2G 16.7 miles

537 RITCHIE HWY STE 2G
SEVERNA PARK, MD 21146
Categories: SEVERNA PARK MD

13823 OUTLET DR 17.4 miles

13823 OUTLET DR
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
Categories: SILVER SPRING MD

14237 Jarrettsville Pike Choice One UC Phoenix 17.7 miles

14237 Jarrettsville Pike Choice One UC Phoenix
Phoenix, MD 21131
Categories: Phoenix MD

4729 SELLMAN RD 19.0 miles

4729 SELLMAN RD
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
Categories: BELTSVILLE MD

18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12 19.2 miles

18111 PRINCE PHILIP DR, STE T12
OLNEY, MD 20832
Categories: OLNEY MD

10452 BALTIMORE AVE 19.7 miles

10452 BALTIMORE AVE
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
Categories: BELTSVILLE MD

10117 PALAMAR DR 20.5 miles

10117 PALAMAR DR
LANHAM, MD 20706
Categories: LANHAM MD

7933 BELLE POINT DR 20.8 miles

7933 BELLE POINT DR
GREENBELT, MD 20770
Categories: GREENBELT MD

301 WATERSVILLE RD 20.8 miles

301 WATERSVILLE RD
MOUNT AIRY, MD 21771
Categories: MOUNT AIRY MD

6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3 21.2 miles

6201 Greenbelt Rd, Suite M3
College Park, MD 20740
Categories: College Park MD

12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120 21.5 miles

12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120
GLENN DALE, MD 20769
Categories: GLENN DALE MD

820 Bestgate Rd, 21.8 miles

820 Bestgate Rd,
Annapolis, MD 21401
Categories: Annapolis MD

2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610 22.5 miles

2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
Categories: ANNAPOLIS MD

4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112, 22.5 miles

4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112,
Bowie, MD 20716
Categories: Bowie MD

4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G 23.0 miles

4451 PARLIAMENT PL STE G
LANHAM, MD 20706
Categories: LANHAM MD

ONSITE ONLY 23.4 miles

ONSITE ONLY
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21409
Categories: ANNAPOLIS MD

205 CENTER STREET, SUITE 204 23.5 miles

205 CENTER STREET, SUITE 204
MOUNT AIRY, MD 21771
Categories: MOUNT AIRY MD

3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD 23.6 miles

3060 MITCHELLVILLE RD
BOWIE, MD 20716
Categories: BOWIE MD

11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700 23.6 miles

11002 VEIRS MILL RD STE 700
WHEATON, MD 20902
Categories: WHEATON MD

844 WASHINGTON RD, STE 203 23.7 miles

844 WASHINGTON RD, STE 203
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Categories: WESTMINSTER MD

826 WASHINGTON RD 23.7 miles

826 WASHINGTON RD
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Categories: WESTMINSTER MD

3510 HEIDI LN 23.8 miles

3510 HEIDI LN
SPRINGDALE, MD 20774
Categories: SPRINGDALE MD

1667 Homewood Landing Rd 23.9 miles

1667 Homewood Landing Rd
Annapolis, MD 21409
Categories: Annapolis MD

222 Washington Road, 24.2 miles

222 Washington Road,
Westminster, MD 21157
Categories: Westminster MD

226 WASHINGTON HTS MED CTR A 24.3 miles

226 WASHINGTON HTS MED CTR A
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Categories: WESTMINSTER MD

9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222 24.3 miles

9801 GEORGIA AVE STE 222
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
Categories: SILVER SPRING MD

1419 FOREST DR STE 104 24.5 miles

1419 FOREST DR STE 104
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21403
Categories: ANNAPOLIS MD

3059 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD 24.6 miles

3059 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
Categories: EDGEWATER MD

To schedule an alcohol test in Catonsville, MD call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7

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Alcohol Detection Periods

Breath Alcohol

Current / Immediate

ETG - Urine

80 Hours

Standard Urine

1 - 2 Days

Whether you want to detect current alcohol impairment, recent alcohol consumption, or alcohol usage within the past 3 days, Accredited Drug Testing offers the testing services that fit your needs.

Alcohol tests are administered for a variety of different reasons and greatly differ from drug tests. Drug tests (those that analyze samples of hair and urine) attempt to detect usage of illegal drugs over a lengthy time period, generally ranging from a week to several months. However, alcohol tests are aimed at detecting consumption of a legal - though regulated - substance within a much shorter timeframe. Rather than testing for past usage, an alcohol drug test will register only the immediate presence of alcohol in the human body.

Breath Alcohol Drug Test

Otherwise known as a breathalyzer, Breath Alcohol Test (BATs) make frequent appearances in sitcoms and crime shows. That is because they are quite commonly used given that the test is easy to administer and provides nearly instantaneous results. Police officers rely on breathalyzer exams to detect when drivers are on the road and above the legal alcohol limit. Because BATs provide only a current-moment snapshot of the body's blood alcohol content, they should only be administered when someone is required to be sober at the current time. Such cases would include driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery.

Accredited Drug Testing centers are dedicated to providing accurate results every time. For that reason, our certified staff only administers DOT-approved Evidential Breath Testing devices (EBTs). Procedures are meticulously controlled to ensure that all results are admissible in a court of law.

DOT only permits a breath alcohol test. Urine alcohol tests are not permitted by the Department of Transportation. Therefore, a DOT regulated employee would take a 5 panel DOT urine test but only a breath alcohol test if required.

Urine Alcohol Drug Test Finally, for rare cases an EtG exam will be administered to determine if alcohol has been consumed over a 5 day period. EtGs are typically reserved for individuals undergoing a court-ordered sobriety or alcohol rehabilitation program.

Saliva / Oral Fluid Alcohol Test

Accredited Drug Testing also offers a saliva specimen alcohol test in addition, to breath and urine testing. Oral fluid alcohol test can provide immediate results or if requested can be sent to certified laboratory for analysis

Confidential alcohol drug tests can be conducted at any location utilizing the Accredited Drug Testing mobile on-site program service.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or click below to order online 24/7.

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Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for all needs including employment, DOT, court ordered, school, personal and are available for both individuals and employers.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, offers 5, 10 and 12 panel drug test screenings utilizing urine, hair, blood and oral fluids/saliva. Alcohol testing is available for breath alcohol, standard urine and ETG testing.

Our laboratories are SAMHSA certified and all tests results are verified by our in house licensed physicians who serve as Medical Review Officers.

On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!

Department of Transportation (DOT)

If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.

Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.

Drug Free Workplace

Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.

We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.

Our alcohol testing Catonsville, MD centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.

Our drug testing Catonsville, MD locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our alcohol testing Catonsville, MD centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.

Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800) 221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

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Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing is a procedure used to measure an individual's blood alcohol content (BAC) or detect the presence of alcohol in the body. This testing is crucial in various contexts, including law enforcement, workplace safety, and medical screening. For consumers, understanding the available methods and their specific uses can help in making informed decisions about alcohol testing.

Methods of Alcohol Testing

  • Breathalyzer Tests: These are the most common form of alcohol testing, especially used by law enforcement. They measure the alcohol content in the breath, which correlates with blood alcohol levels.
  • Blood Tests: Considered the most accurate method, blood tests directly measure the alcohol concentration in the bloodstream. However, they require professional medical personnel to collect the blood sample.
  • Urine Tests: Urine tests are less commonly used for alcohol because of their less accurate representation of current blood alcohol levels but can detect alcohol consumption up to 24 hours after intake.
  • Saliva Tests: These tests are less invasive and can detect the presence of alcohol in the saliva, which is a good approximation of BAC.

Applications of Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing is used in several key areas:

  1. Law Enforcement: To enforce drinking and driving laws and ensure public safety.
  2. Workplace Safety: In industries where operating heavy machinery or driving is involved, employers use alcohol testing to ensure a safe work environment.
  3. Health Monitoring: Medical professionals may require alcohol testing for patients undergoing treatment for alcohol use disorder or monitoring those with specific health conditions.

Advantages of Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing offers several benefits:

  • Prevention of Accidents: It helps in reducing the risk of accidents associated with alcohol consumption, especially in driving and workplace scenarios.
  • Health and Safety Compliance: It ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, particularly in work environments.
  • Support for Recovery Programs: Regular testing can support individuals in recovery programs by holding them accountable and encouraging sobriety.

Limitations of Alcohol Testing

Despite its benefits, alcohol testing has limitations:

  • Variability in Accuracy: Some methods, like breathalyzers, can sometimes give false positives due to factors like diet, medical conditions, or even certain medications.
  • Invasiveness: Some methods, particularly blood tests, are invasive and require professional handling.
  • Privacy Concerns: The necessity to disclose personal consumption habits can raise privacy issues, especially in employment contexts.

In conclusion, alcohol testing plays a critical role in law enforcement, workplace safety, and health care. While it offers numerous benefits in promoting safety and health standards, awareness of its limitations and appropriate use is essential for achieving accurate and reliable results.

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Local Area Info: Catonsville, Maryland

Catonsville is a census-designated place (CDP) in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States. The population was 41,567 at the 2010 census. The community lies to the west of Baltimore along the city's border. Catonsville contains the majority of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), a major public research university with close to 14,000 students.

Before European colonists settled in present-day Catonsville, the area was occupied by the Piscataway tribe. These Native Americans had good relations with the first European settlers in the area, but wars and diseases caused their population to decline. The remainder of the tribe’s population gradually dispersed. In the early 1700s, colonists slowly settled in the area, and roads were built. The first of these settlements in the present-day Catonsville area was Johnnycake Town, settled in the 1720s. Johnnycake Town was named after the kind of cornbread sold to travelers at the local tavern. Although Johnnycake Town has since disappeared from maps, its main roads, Johnnycake and Rolling Road, still exist today. Rolling Road was used to transport tobacco from plantations south to the Patapsco River on horse-drawn wagons. In 1787, the Ellicott family built a road, called the Frederick Turnpike, to transport goods from their flour mill, Ellicott Mills, to the Baltimore harbor. The turnpike was built just south of where Johnnycake Town was. Charles Carroll, who was the last surviving signer of the Declaration of Independence, owned land next to the newly built road. He instructed his son-in-law, Richard Caton, to develop the area along the road. He gave his name to the community and called it “Catonville”, although the name was changed to “Catonsville” in the 1830s. For decades, the village remained as a quiet farming community. Businesses sprang up along the Frederick Turnpike to cater to travelers traveling from Ellicott City to the Baltimore harbor. Naturally, Catonsville served as a layover stop for the travelers, and the town increasingly grew and developed. The pleasant surroundings attracted wealthy Baltimorean merchants, who, eager to escape the summer heat, built large Victorian and colonial summer homes there. Many of these homes still stand today. Starting in 1862, horsecar services connected Catonsville to Baltimore, and in 1884, the Catonsville Short Line railroad was built, providing 8 roundtrip trains to Baltimore daily. This allowed people to live in Catonsville but commute to work in Baltimore. Commuter traffic exploded in the 1890s with the construction of electric streetcar lines and fancy housing developments. Catonsville had become one of the first commuter suburbs in the United States. Baltimore had tried to annex Catonsville, although their attempts have all been failures. Their last attempt was in 1918. Homes of all sizes were being constructed rapidly until the 1950s when much of land around the Frederick Turnpike had been converted into housing.

In 2002, the Maryland legislature issued a proclamation declaring Catonsville to be "Music City, Maryland", because of the concentration of musical retail stores, venues and educational facilities in the area. Life Sounds Great is a series of compilation albums highlighting Catonsville musicians.

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Population (female): 21,417

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Catonsville: 131.3 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (4.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 16.3% for Black residents, 16.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 7.6% for other race residents, 6.3% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (11.3%), Irish (9.8%), American (7.7%), English (6.7%), Italian (5.3%), European (5.2%).

Land Area: 14.0 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $77,292 (it was $53,061 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $37,523 (it was $25,254 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $286,972 (it was $138,900 in 2000) Catonsville:$286,972MD:$312,500

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