Zip Code 21087

MD · Population: 5,597

B+
71/100
45
C
Safety
91
A+
Affordability
68
B
Quality of Life
81
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 21087

Zip code 21087 is located in Maryland and is home to approximately 5,597 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 71/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $113,472 and home values around $472,700, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 41.4% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 1.2%.

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
$113,472
Home Value
$472,700
Rent
—
Median Age
52
College Educated
41.4%
Unemployment
1.2%
Owner-Occupied
91.3%
Rent Burden
—

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety45CLower crime = higher score
Affordability91A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life68BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy81ALower unemployment = higher
Overall71B+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).