NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 21822

MD · Population: 2,686

C+
51/100
49
C
Safety
32
D
Affordability
76
B+
Quality of Life
47
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 21822

Zip code 21822 is located in Maryland and is home to approximately 2,686 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 51/100), 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 $178,300 and median rent of $936/month against a median income of $42,346. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 23.6% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.1% 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
$42,346
Home Value
$178,300
Rent
$936/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
23.6%
Unemployment
7.1%
Owner-Occupied
69.7%
Rent Burden
26.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety49CLower crime = higher score
Affordability32DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life76B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy47CLower unemployment = higher
Overall51C+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).