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21221

Maryland · 43,487 residents · 15.032 sq mi
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ZIP 21221 has lower-than-average household income, with a median household income of $67,340. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $271,500. Households here earn about 27% less than the Baltimore County median. Among the 38 ZIP codes in Baltimore County, 21221 ranks 36th by median household income.

$67,340
US average: $82,259
$271,500
US average: $376,019
21.0%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
21.6%
Age 65+
18.6%
47.0%
53.0%
2.50 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic56.2%(24,452)
Black27.8%(12,074)
Hispanic / Latino5.9%(2,560)
Asian2%(883)
Other8.1%(3,518)
Diversity Score74.5%(32,416)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Baltimore County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST36TH OF 38HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
21013$171,354
21023$84,474
21030$89,015
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 21221?

ZIP code 21221 has about 43,487 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 21221?

The typical household in ZIP code 21221 earns about $67,340 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 21221 expensive?

In ZIP code 21221, the median home is worth about $271,500, and the typical rent is about $1,310 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 21221?

About 21.0% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 21221 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 21221?

About 12.8% of people in ZIP code 21221 live below the federal poverty line.

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