NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 21851

MD · Population: 7,072

C
47/100
50
C+
Safety
48
C
Affordability
60
B
Quality of Life
30
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 21851

Zip code 21851 is located in Maryland and is home to approximately 7,072 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 47/100), 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 $47,901, with home values near $164,600 and rents around $829/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 18.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 11% 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
$47,901
Home Value
$164,600
Rent
$829/mo
Median Age
47
College Educated
18.2%
Unemployment
11%
Owner-Occupied
65.1%
Rent Burden
20.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety50C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability48CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life60BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy30DLower unemployment = higher
Overall47CWeighted 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).