| ZIP Code | 20688 |
|---|---|
| City | Solomons |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Calvert County |
| Area Code | 410/443/667 |
| Elevation | 8 ft |
| Latitude | 38.327259 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.464324 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 72.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.67 |
| Below Poverty | 0.2% ▼ 98% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.6% ▲ 59% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 235 (21.9%) |
| Some College | 80 (7.5%) |
| Associates | 96 (9%) |
| Bachelors | 199 (18.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 461 (43%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,902 ▲ 17% above avg ↓ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Rent | $3,000/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 726 |
| Vacant Units | 89 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.67 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 726 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 89 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.67 |
ZIP code 20688 is located in Solomons, Maryland, within Calvert County. With a population of 1,113, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 72.1 years. Economically, 20688 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,902 is above the national average.
Renters can expect to pay around $3,000 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.4%) and renters (49.6%).
The population of 20688 is primarily White (97.48%). Residents are highly educated — 61.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 0.2%. Household income has declined by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20688 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 39% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 56%.
Overall, ZIP code 20688 in Solomons, MD is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and an older community.