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Zip Code 21229

MD · Population: 44,332

C
48/100
53
C+
Safety
40
C
Affordability
51
C+
Quality of Life
49
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 21229

Zip code 21229 is located in Maryland and is home to approximately 44,332 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 48/100), 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 $52,692, with home values near $168,900 and rents around $1,179/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 21.6% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.7% 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
$52,692
Home Value
$168,900
Rent
$1,179/mo
Median Age
38
College Educated
21.6%
Unemployment
6.7%
Owner-Occupied
55%
Rent Burden
26.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety53C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability40CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life51C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy49CLower unemployment = higher
Overall48CWeighted 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).