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21562

Maryland · 3,032 residents · 28.886 sq mi
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ZIP 21562 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $47,500. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $98,500. The poverty rate of 20.3% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 30% less than the Garrett County median. Among the 11 ZIP codes in Garrett County, 21562 ranks 11th by median household income.

$47,500
US average: $82,259
$98,500
US average: $376,019
13.9%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
24.3%
Age 65+
19.9%
47.2%
52.8%
2.36 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic97.1%(2,943)
Black0.3%(9)
Hispanic / Latino2.2%(68)
Asian0.3%(9)
Other0.1%(3)
Diversity Score7.2%(217)
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Commute & vehicles
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People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Garrett County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST11TH OF 11HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
21520$59,852
21521$64,194
21523$59,063
21531$63,750
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 21562?

ZIP code 21562 has about 3,032 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 21562?

The typical household in ZIP code 21562 earns about $47,500 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 21562 expensive?

In ZIP code 21562, the median home is worth about $98,500, and the typical rent is about $547 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 21562?

About 13.9% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 21562 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 21562?

About 20.3% of people in ZIP code 21562 live below the federal poverty line.

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