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Zip Code 21202

MD · Population: 20,115

C+
52/100
58
C+
Safety
42
C
Affordability
54
C+
Quality of Life
56
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 21202

Zip code 21202 is located in Maryland and is home to approximately 20,115 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 52/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

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

The median household income here is $59,098, with home values near $268,400 and rents around $1,438/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

About 47.1% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 5.8%, which is near the national average.

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
$59,098
Home Value
$268,400
Rent
$1,438/mo
Median Age
33
College Educated
47.1%
Unemployment
5.8%
Owner-Occupied
22.9%
Rent Burden
29.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety58C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability42CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life54C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy56C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall52C+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).