NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 21798

MD · Population: 2,699

B+
70/100
93
A+
Safety
93
A+
Affordability
62
B
Quality of Life
33
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 21798

Zip code 21798 is located in Maryland and is home to approximately 2,699 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 70/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area has significantly lower crime rates than most of the country, making it one of the safer places to live.

With a median household income of $120,732 and home values around $435,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 34% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The unemployment rate of 9.9% 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
$120,732
Home Value
$435,100
Rent
$1,372/mo
Median Age
38
College Educated
34%
Unemployment
9.9%
Owner-Occupied
77%
Rent Burden
13.6% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety93A+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability93A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life62BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy33DLower unemployment = higher
Overall70B+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).