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21837

Maryland · 2,891 residents · 43.9 sq mi
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ZIP 21837 is a ZIP code of 2,891 people in Wicomico County. Owners hold 87% of the housing stock. 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree, below the 36% national rate. 4% of people in this ZIP code were born outside the United States. Median home value sits at $227,400. Poverty is uncommon here, at 5.7% of people in this ZIP code. Among the 13 ZIP codes in Wicomico County, 21837 ranks 13th by median household income.

$62,880
US average: $82,259
$34,456
US average: $44,673
$227,400
US average: $376,019
18.0%
US average: 35.6%
Land area
43.9 sq mi
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)
63
Our index, 0 to 100. Higher means a more even mix of racial and ethnic groups.
Housing
3.6
Years of local income it takes to buy a local home, on a scale of about 0 to 15. Lower is more affordable.
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