NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 21218

MD · Population: 46,548

C+
50/100
58
C+
Safety
50
C+
Affordability
58
C+
Quality of Life
34
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 21218

Zip code 21218 is located in Maryland and is home to approximately 46,548 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 50/100), 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 $58,847, with home values near $220,900 and rents around $1,203/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

About 44.8% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The unemployment rate of 9.6% 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
$58,847
Home Value
$220,900
Rent
$1,203/mo
Median Age
34
College Educated
44.8%
Unemployment
9.6%
Owner-Occupied
48.7%
Rent Burden
24.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety58C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability50C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life58C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy34DLower unemployment = higher
Overall50C+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).