| ZIP Code | 21161 |
|---|---|
| City | White Hall |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Harford County |
| Area Code | 410/443/667 |
| Elevation | 687 ft |
| Latitude | 39.659903 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.56506 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 6.1% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.5% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 52% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 1,262 (35.7%) |
| Some College | 310 (8.8%) |
| Associates | 282 (8%) |
| Bachelors | 460 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,220 (34.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,709 ▲ 31% above avg ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $442,000 ▲ 59% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,867/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,959 |
| Vacant Units | 67 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,959 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 67 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
ZIP code 21161 is located in White Hall, Maryland, within Harford County. With a population of 5,288, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.2 years. Economically, 21161 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $99,709 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 21161 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $442,000 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,867 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 21161 is primarily White (96.14%). Residents are well-educated — 47.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.1%. Household income has declined by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 21161 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 21161 in White Hall, MD is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,288 residents, a median household income of $99,709, and a median home value of $442,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.