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21871

Maryland · 1,764 residents · 67.12 sq mi
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ZIP 21871 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $50,524. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $185,900. With a median age of 60.2, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 7 ZIP codes in Somerset County, 21871 ranks 7th by median household income.

$50,524
US average: $82,259
$185,900
US average: $376,019
18.9%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
11.7%
Age 65+
40.6%
48.4%
51.6%
2.08 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic60.4%(1,066)
Black16.6%(292)
Hispanic / Latino4.2%(74)
Asian5%(89)
Other13.8%(243)
Diversity Score73%(1,288)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Somerset County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST7TH OF 7HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
21817$55,720
21821$60,341
21824$90,288
21838$88,438
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 21871?

ZIP code 21871 has about 1,764 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 21871?

The typical household in ZIP code 21871 earns about $50,524 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 21871 expensive?

In ZIP code 21871, the median home is worth about $185,900.

How educated are people in ZIP code 21871?

About 18.9% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 21871 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 21871?

About 16.7% of people in ZIP code 21871 live below the federal poverty line.

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