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21838

Maryland · 1,873 residents · 54.854 sq mi
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ZIP 21838 has roughly average household income, with a median household income of $88,438. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $202,400. With a median age of 44.6, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Households here earn about 36% more than the Somerset County median. Among the 7 ZIP codes in Somerset County, 21838 ranks 3rd by median household income.

$88,438
US average: $82,259
$202,400
US average: $376,019
14.8%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
19.5%
Age 65+
13.4%
47.0%
53.0%
2.62 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic83.6%(1,565)
Black3.3%(61)
Hispanic / Latino5.3%(99)
Asian0%(0)
Other7.9%(148)
Diversity Score36.5%(683)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Somerset County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST3RD OF 7HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
21817$55,720
21821$60,341
21824$90,288
21853$69,697
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 21838?

ZIP code 21838 has about 1,873 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 21838?

The typical household in ZIP code 21838 earns about $88,438 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 21838 expensive?

In ZIP code 21838, the median home is worth about $202,400, and the typical rent is about $1,073 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 21838?

About 14.8% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 21838 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 21838?

About 3.1% of people in ZIP code 21838 live below the federal poverty line.

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