NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 21084

MD · Population: 7,366

B+
78/100
92
A+
Safety
96
A+
Affordability
69
B
Quality of Life
54
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 21084

Zip code 21084 is located in Maryland and is home to approximately 7,366 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 78/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area has significantly lower crime rates than most of the country, making it one of the safer places to live.

With a median household income of $114,200 and home values around $431,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 35.2% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The unemployment rate of 6.1% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$114,200
Home Value
$431,800
Rent
$1,102/mo
Median Age
50
College Educated
35.2%
Unemployment
6.1%
Owner-Occupied
89.2%
Rent Burden
11.6% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety92A+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability96A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life69BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy54C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall78B+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).