| ZIP Code | 21756 |
|---|---|
| City | Keedysville |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 227/240/301 |
| Elevation | 680 ft |
| Latitude | 39.459836 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.693503 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24043 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.7 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 2.6% ▼ 74% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 809 (40.9%) |
| Some College | 253 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 222 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 99 (5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 596 (30.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,836 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $360,900 ▲ 29% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,345/mo ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,360 |
| Vacant Units | 97 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,360 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 97 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 21756 is located in Keedysville, Maryland, within Washington County. With a population of 3,172, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.7 years. Economically, 21756 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $91,836 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 21756 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $360,900 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,345 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 95.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 21756 is primarily White (96.41%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.6%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 21756 stands at 5.3%, which is near 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 21756 in Keedysville, MD is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,172 residents, a median household income of $91,836, and a median home value of $360,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.