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21837

Maryland · 2,891 residents · 43.859 sq mi
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ZIP 21837 has lower-than-average household income, with a median household income of $62,880. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $227,400. Poverty is rare here, at 5.7% of residents. Among the 13 ZIP codes in Wicomico County, 21837 ranks 13th by median household income.

$62,880
US average: $82,259
$227,400
US average: $376,019
18.0%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
22.7%
Age 65+
18.8%
44.8%
55.2%
2.57 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic66.8%(1,932)
Black21.5%(622)
Hispanic / Latino5.9%(172)
Asian1.2%(34)
Other4.5%(131)
Diversity Score62.7%(1,812)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Wicomico County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST13TH OF 13HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
21801$71,313
21804$73,156
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 21837?

ZIP code 21837 has about 2,891 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 21837?

The typical household in ZIP code 21837 earns about $62,880 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 21837 expensive?

In ZIP code 21837, the median home is worth about $227,400, and the typical rent is about $1,115 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 21837?

About 18.0% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 21837 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 21837?

About 5.7% of people in ZIP code 21837 live below the federal poverty line.

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