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Zip Code 21215

MD · Population: 53,674

C
45/100
51
C+
Safety
36
D
Affordability
56
C+
Quality of Life
38
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 21215

Zip code 21215 is located in Maryland and is home to approximately 53,674 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 45/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

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

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $173,100 and median rent of $1,112/month against a median income of $49,523. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 24.6% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8.7% 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
$49,523
Home Value
$173,100
Rent
$1,112/mo
Median Age
42
College Educated
24.6%
Unemployment
8.7%
Owner-Occupied
54.4%
Rent Burden
26.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety51C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability36DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life56C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy38DLower unemployment = higher
Overall45CWeighted 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).