Baltimore-Towson, MD Metropolitan Statistical Area

The Baltimore-Towson Metropolitan Statistical Area, also known as Central Maryland, is a Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) in Maryland as defined by the United States Office of Management and Budget (OMB). In 2007, its population was estimated at 2,668,056 by the Census Bureau, making it the 20th most populous MSA in the country. The area includes the following counties: The metropolitan area includes the following principal communities : It also includes several other communities (not necessarily incorporated as cities or towns): In addition to its technical metropolitan area, Baltimore also receives a large number of commuters from cities such as York, Pennsylvania and the Washington Metropolitan Area.