Carney, Maryland, is a small suburbian town serving as a residential base for the independent city of Baltimore. This town of 28,000 spans seven square miles and is ideally located about 10 miles outside of Baltimore's downtown districts.

Outdoor life is essential to the Carney experience. A variety of lakes, streams, and rivers all criss cross the landscape, along with rolling hills and forests. On a given weekend, you can venture out into the wilderness or descend upon the urban delights offered in the bustling city core of Baltimore.

Living costs are significantly lower in Carney compared to Baltimore. When combined with a lower crime rate, Carney is truly a great place for young families to start out since Baltimore is only minutes away. Many people commute to work, with the average commute time being about 30 minutes.

Transportation is key in this region, and it's not hard to reach a number of important facilities that aren't directly accessible within Carney's town limits. Three hospitals are all within 6 miles from the town, while the Baltimore-Washington International Airport is about 20 miles away by car.

Important universities in the area like Towson (14,000 students) and the prestigious Johns Hopkins University (12,000 students) are all within 10 miles.