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21659

Maryland · 1,601 residents · 43.772 sq mi
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ZIP 21659 has lower-than-average household income, with a median household income of $73,750. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $259,900. With a median age of 49.9, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 12 ZIP codes in Dorchester County, 21659 ranks 7th by median household income.

$73,750
US average: $82,259
$259,900
US average: $376,019
10.4%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
26.6%
Age 65+
20.2%
55.6%
44.4%
2.88 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic79.8%(1,277)
Black13.8%(221)
Hispanic / Latino2.8%(45)
Asian0.6%(9)
Other3.1%(49)
Diversity Score42.9%(686)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Dorchester County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST7TH OF 12HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
21613$53,890
21622$68,750
21627$96,250
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 21659?

ZIP code 21659 has about 1,601 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 21659?

The typical household in ZIP code 21659 earns about $73,750 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 21659 expensive?

In ZIP code 21659, the median home is worth about $259,900, and the typical rent is about $892 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 21659?

About 10.4% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 21659 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 21659?

About 10.6% of people in ZIP code 21659 live below the federal poverty line.

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