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21217

Maryland · 30,792 residents · 2.12 sq mi
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ZIP 21217 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $38,409. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. Median home value is $180,100. The poverty rate of 31.6% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 38% less than the Baltimore median. Among the 20 ZIP codes in Baltimore, 21217 ranks 20th by median household income.

$38,409
US average: $82,259
$180,100
US average: $376,019
23.4%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
19.5%
Age 65+
17.0%
49.6%
50.4%
1.94 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic12.2%(3,752)
Black79.9%(24,605)
Hispanic / Latino2.4%(726)
Asian2.4%(754)
Other3.1%(955)
Diversity Score43.1%(13,261)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Baltimore
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST20TH OF 20HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
21201$45,640
21202$59,377
21205$43,176
21206$64,531
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 21217?

ZIP code 21217 has about 30,792 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 21217?

The typical household in ZIP code 21217 earns about $38,409 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 21217 expensive?

In ZIP code 21217, the median home is worth about $180,100, and the typical rent is about $1,119 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 21217?

About 23.4% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 21217 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 21217?

About 31.6% of people in ZIP code 21217 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024