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21774

Maryland · 17,134 residents · 14.16 sq mi
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ZIP 21774 is significantly wealthier than the US average, with a median household income of $171,103. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $541,000. Poverty is rare here, at 2.2% of residents. Households here earn about 40% more than the Frederick County median. Among the 26 ZIP codes in Frederick County, 21774 ranks 3rd by median household income.

$171,103
US average: $82,259
$541,000
US average: $376,019
61.6%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
29.9%
Age 65+
9.4%
49.4%
50.6%
3.03 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic76.5%(13,102)
Black5.1%(874)
Hispanic / Latino9%(1,549)
Asian3.7%(636)
Other5.7%(973)
Diversity Score50%(8,565)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Frederick County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST3RD OF 26HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
21701$106,577
21702$106,983
21703$106,334
21704$161,063
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 21774?

ZIP code 21774 has about 17,134 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 21774?

The typical household in ZIP code 21774 earns about $171,103 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 21774 expensive?

In ZIP code 21774, the median home is worth about $541,000, and the typical rent is about $2,494 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 21774?

About 61.6% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 21774 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 21774?

About 2.2% of people in ZIP code 21774 live below the federal poverty line.

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