| ZIP Code | 21754 |
|---|---|
| City | Ijamsville |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Frederick County |
| Area Code | 227/240 |
| Elevation | 499 ft |
| Latitude | 39.332114 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.316213 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.99 |
| Below Poverty | 2.9% ▼ 71% below avg |
| College Grads | 62.2% ▲ 60% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 109 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 772 (16.2%) |
| Some College | 482 (10.1%) |
| Associates | 439 (9.2%) |
| Bachelors | 237 (5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,724 (57.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $179,797 ▲ 136% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $619,700 ▲ 122% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,745/mo |
| Total Units | 2,510 |
| Vacant Units | 21 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.99 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,510 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 21 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.99 |
ZIP code 21754 is located in Ijamsville, Maryland, within Frederick County. With a population of 7,439, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.3 years. Economically, 21754 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $179,797 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 21754 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $619,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,745 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 95.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 21754 is primarily White (72.55%). Residents are highly educated — 62.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.9%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 21754 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 21754 in Ijamsville, MD is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,439 residents, a median household income of $179,797, and a median home value of $619,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.