Zip Code 21561

MD · Population: 2,517

B+
71/100
45
C
Safety
78
B+
Affordability
62
B
Quality of Life
100
A+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 21561

Zip code 21561 is located in Maryland and is home to approximately 2,517 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 71/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

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

With a median household income of $72,159 and home values around $325,400, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 36.7% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0%.

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
$72,159
Home Value
$325,400
Rent
$623/mo
Median Age
56
College Educated
36.7%
Unemployment
0%
Owner-Occupied
88.4%
Rent Burden
10.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety45CLower crime = higher score
Affordability78B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life62BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy100A+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall71B+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).