| ZIP Code | 21811 |
|---|---|
| City | Berlin |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Worcester County |
| Area Code | 410/443/667 |
| Elevation | 32 ft |
| Latitude | 38.321068 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.222208 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.2 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 7.1% ▼ 29% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.4% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 151 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,078 (28.2%) |
| Some College | 1,947 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 2,650 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,686 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,467 (36%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,293 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $362,500 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,398/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,439 |
| Vacant Units | 4,741 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,439 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 4,741 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 21811 is located in Berlin, Maryland, within Worcester County. With a population of 24,263, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.2 years. Economically, 21811 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $91,293 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 21811 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $362,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,398 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 21811 is primarily White (81.95%). Residents are well-educated — 45.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.1%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 21811 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 21811 in Berlin, MD is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 24,263 residents, a median household income of $91,293, and a median home value of $362,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.