NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 21216

MD · Population: 28,385

D
37/100
50
C+
Safety
33
D
Affordability
40
C
Quality of Life
25
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 21216

Zip code 21216 is located in Maryland and is home to approximately 28,385 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 37/100), 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 $131,500 and median rent of $1,094/month against a median income of $46,761. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 15.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 12.7% 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
$46,761
Home Value
$131,500
Rent
$1,094/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
15.2%
Unemployment
12.7%
Owner-Occupied
48.8%
Rent Burden
28.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety50C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability33DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life40CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy25FLower unemployment = higher
Overall37DWeighted 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).