| ZIP Code | 21144 |
|---|---|
| City | Severn |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Anne Arundel County |
| Area Code | 410/443/667 |
| Elevation | 146 ft |
| Latitude | 39.12057 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.677621 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 4.7% ▼ 53% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.8% ▲ 36% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 331 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,756 (23.5%) |
| Some College | 2,646 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 2,813 (11.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,096 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,842 (44.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $132,820 ▲ 74% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $468,400 ▲ 68% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,958/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,456 |
| Vacant Units | 514 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,456 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 514 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
ZIP code 21144 is located in Severn, Maryland, within Anne Arundel County. With a population of 37,372, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 21144 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $132,820 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 21144 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $468,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,958 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 21144 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 43.1%. Residents are well-educated — 52.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.7%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 21144 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 21144 in Severn, MD is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 37,372 residents, a median household income of $132,820, and a median home value of $468,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.