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21842

Maryland · 11,226 residents · 9.16 sq mi
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ZIP 21842 has roughly average household income, with a median household income of $79,876. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. Median home value is $447,700. With a median age of 53.4, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 8 ZIP codes in Worcester County, 21842 ranks 5th by median household income.

$79,876
US average: $82,259
$447,700
US average: $376,019
40.7%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
13.0%
Age 65+
27.4%
49.4%
50.6%
1.92 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic85.9%(9,641)
Black1.8%(198)
Hispanic / Latino8.3%(932)
Asian1.1%(122)
Other3%(333)
Diversity Score31.8%(3,568)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Worcester County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST5TH OF 8HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
21811$90,082
21813$121,472
21829$71,359
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 21842?

ZIP code 21842 has about 11,226 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 21842?

The typical household in ZIP code 21842 earns about $79,876 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 21842 expensive?

In ZIP code 21842, the median home is worth about $447,700, and the typical rent is about $1,394 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 21842?

About 40.7% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 21842 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 21842?

About 9.4% of people in ZIP code 21842 live below the federal poverty line.

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