| ZIP Code | 21075 |
|---|---|
| City | Elkridge |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Howard County |
| Area Code | 227/240/410/443/667 |
| Elevation | 190 ft |
| Latitude | 39.20309 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.750716 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.86 |
| Below Poverty | 7.1% ▼ 29% below avg |
| College Grads | 64.0% ▲ 65% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 436 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,628 (15.9%) |
| Some College | 1,415 (6.2%) |
| Associates | 2,750 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 1,414 (6.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,215 (57.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $133,321 ▲ 75% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $439,400 ▲ 58% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,108/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,191 |
| Vacant Units | 235 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,191 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 235 |
| Owner Occupied | 64.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 35.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
ZIP code 21075 is located in Elkridge, Maryland, within Howard County. With a population of 37,146, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.9 years. Economically, 21075 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $133,321 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 21075 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $439,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,108 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 21075 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 38.9%. Residents are highly educated — 64.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.1%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 21075 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 21075 in Elkridge, MD is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 37,146 residents, a median household income of $133,321, and a median home value of $439,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.