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21872

Maryland · 661 residents · 16.376 sq mi
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ZIP 21872 is significantly wealthier than the US average, with a median household income of $117,888. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Median home value is $433,300. At a median age of 31.5, residents skew younger than the country as a whole. Households here earn about 44% more than the Worcester County median. Among the 8 ZIP codes in Worcester County, 21872 ranks 2nd by median household income.

$117,888
US average: $82,259
$433,300
US average: $376,019
47.4%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
26.6%
Age 65+
12.0%
62.0%
38.0%
2.45 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic91.2%(603)
Black2.9%(19)
Hispanic / Latino5.9%(39)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score20.4%(135)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Worcester County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST2ND OF 8HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
21811$90,082
21813$121,472
21829$71,359
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 21872?

ZIP code 21872 has about 661 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 21872?

The typical household in ZIP code 21872 earns about $117,888 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 21872 expensive?

In ZIP code 21872, the median home is worth about $433,300.

How educated are people in ZIP code 21872?

About 47.4% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 21872 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 21872?

About 2.9% of people in ZIP code 21872 live below the federal poverty line.

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