| ZIP Code | 20778 |
|---|---|
| City | West River |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Anne Arundel County |
| Area Code | 410/443/667 |
| Elevation | 97 ft |
| Latitude | 38.828701 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.572747 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.03 |
| Below Poverty | 0.9% ▼ 92% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.3% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 35% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 417 (27.9%) |
| Some College | 124 (8.3%) |
| Associates | 234 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 49 (3.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 659 (44%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $177,083 ▲ 132% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $718,100 ▲ 158% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 739 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.03 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 739 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 98.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 1.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.03 |
ZIP code 20778 is located in West River, Maryland, within Anne Arundel County. With a population of 2,243, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.4 years. Economically, 20778 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $177,083 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20778 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $718,100 is more than double the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 98.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 20778 is primarily White (86.00%). Residents are well-educated — 47.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 0.9%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20778 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 20778 in West River, MD is characterized as affluent, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,243 residents, a median household income of $177,083, and a median home value of $718,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.