| ZIP Code | 21660 |
|---|---|
| City | Ridgely |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Caroline County |
| Area Code | 410/667 |
| Elevation | 56 ft |
| Latitude | 38.95622 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.888948 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24011 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 5.3% ▼ 47% below avg |
| College Grads | 23.6% ▼ 39% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 35% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 36 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,146 (43.8%) |
| Some College | 314 (12%) |
| Associates | 501 (19.2%) |
| Bachelors | 125 (4.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 493 (18.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,917 ≈ Avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $322,500 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,008/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,571 |
| Vacant Units | 74 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,571 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 74 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
ZIP code 21660 is located in Ridgely, Maryland, within Caroline County. With a population of 4,244, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.6 years. Economically, 21660 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $76,917 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 21660 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $322,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,008 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 21660 is primarily White (74.20%). Residents are less-educated — 23.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.3%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 21660 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 21660 in Ridgely, MD is characterized as middle-income, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,244 residents, a median household income of $76,917, and a median home value of $322,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.