| ZIP Code | 21210 |
|---|---|
| City | Baltimore |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Baltimore (city) County |
| Area Code | 410/443 |
| Elevation | 372 ft |
| Latitude | 39.357633 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.634986 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24510 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 84.6% ▲ 118% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 648 (9.3%) |
| Some College | 145 (2.1%) |
| Associates | 270 (3.9%) |
| Bachelors | 214 (3.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,682 (81.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $108,929 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $521,700 ▲ 87% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,498/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,416 |
| Vacant Units | 368 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,416 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 368 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
ZIP code 21210 is located in Baltimore, Maryland, within Baltimore (city) County. With a population of 14,612, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 29.4 years. Economically, 21210 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $108,929 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 21210 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $521,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,498 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.
The population of 21210 is majority White (57.98%). Residents are highly educated — 84.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 5% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 21210 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — 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 48%.
Overall, ZIP code 21210 in Baltimore, MD is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,612 residents, a median household income of $108,929, and a median home value of $521,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.