| ZIP Code | 21076 |
|---|---|
| City | Hanover |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Anne Arundel County |
| Area Code | 443 |
| Elevation | 145 ft |
| Latitude | 39.171402 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.723341 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 4.8% ▼ 52% below avg |
| College Grads | 66.6% ▲ 72% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 179 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,336 (14.3%) |
| Some College | 1,001 (6.1%) |
| Associates | 1,925 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,822 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,047 (55.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $143,409 ▲ 88% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $492,100 ▲ 77% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,337/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,553 |
| Vacant Units | 256 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,553 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 256 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 21076 is located in Hanover, Maryland, within Anne Arundel County. With a population of 23,642, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 21076 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $143,409 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 21076 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $492,100 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,337 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 21076 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 37.2%. Residents are highly educated — 66.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.8%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 21076 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 21076 in Hanover, MD is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,642 residents, a median household income of $143,409, and a median home value of $492,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.