| ZIP Code | 21651 |
|---|---|
| City | Millington |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Kent County |
| Area Code | 410/667 |
| Elevation | 4 ft |
| Latitude | 39.256052 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.858394 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs ↓ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 22.2% ▼ 43% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 36% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 31 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 750 (48.1%) |
| Some College | 192 (12.3%) |
| Associates | 239 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 75 (4.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 271 (17.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,983 ≈ Avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $259,500 ≈ Avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,245/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,142 |
| Vacant Units | 132 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,142 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 132 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 21651 is located in Millington, Maryland, within Kent County. With a population of 2,448, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 21651 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,983 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 21651 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $259,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,245 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 21651 is primarily White (75.78%). Residents are less-educated — 22.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 21651 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 21651 in Millington, MD is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,448 residents, a median household income of $71,983, and a median home value of $259,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.