| ZIP Code | 21901 |
|---|---|
| City | North East |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Cecil County |
| Area Code | 410/443/667 |
| Elevation | 41 ft |
| Latitude | 39.583057 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.9668 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 10.0% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 42.8% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 116 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,197 (26.4%) |
| Some College | 1,534 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 2,075 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,125 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,061 (33.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $113,107 ▲ 48% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $342,800 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,418/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,952 |
| Vacant Units | 768 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,952 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 768 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
ZIP code 21901 is located in North East, Maryland, within Cecil County. With a population of 19,585, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.1 years. Economically, 21901 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $113,107 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 21901 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $342,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,418 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 21901 is primarily White (85.03%). Residents are well-educated — 42.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.0%. Household income has grown by 40% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 21901 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 21901 in North East, MD is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,585 residents, a median household income of $113,107, and a median home value of $342,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.