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Country Living in Westminster User Rating 2.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 16, 2018) Living in Westminster was uneventful and peaceful. It's a small college town in a rural area. There isn't much of a nightlife in the town but they do have events sometimes, like jazz festivals. Many view the town as a great place to raise a family because of good schools and a sm ...Read More all town atmosphere. There is however, a lack of diversity, and some residents are very conservative.

Many residents work in town but the majority commute to neighboring towns and cities like Baltimore or Columbia. You can find some good shops and restaurants in the downtown area of Westminster. Baugher's is a favorite; their breakfast is very good. Major retailers like Sears, Walmart and Target are located in the town for your shopping needs.

The cost of living in Westminster is cheaper than living in a city area like Baltimore. There's a variety of properties and apartment communities, with a range of prices. Some of the best areas in Westminster are sites of historic homes, like the downtown area. Read Less
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      C- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Westminster? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Uniontown Road Athletic Fields
      King Park
      Western Maryland College Historic District
      Whispering Meadows JayCee Community Park
      Belle Grove Square Park
      Dutterer Family Park
      Dutterer Family Park
      Wakefield Valley Trail Park

      Entertainment

      Alumni Hall Theatre
      Decker Auditorium
      Carroll Arts Center
      R/C Theatres Movie 9
      Carroll County Farm Museum

      Food & Drink

      Burger King
      Giulianova
      Lily's Mexican Market
      Wine Me Up
      Conah's Bar & Grille
      Papa John's
      Roy Rogers
      Little Caesars

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Westminster? Of all people who commute, 0.6% take public transportation in Westminster.
      Drive to Work
      79%

      2% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      4%

      1% higher than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Westminster a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      CVS Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Safeway

      Doctors