Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.71 |
| Below Poverty | 18.2% ▲ 82% above avg |
| College Grads | 45.4% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 35% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7,219 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 101,327 (27.5%) |
| Some College | 42,228 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 49,813 (13.5%) |
| Bachelors | 22,211 (6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 145,201 (39.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,841 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $242,034 ▼ 13% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,348/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 296,049 |
| Vacant Units | 42,171 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Baltimore is a city in Maryland, located in Baltimore (city) County. The city spans 42 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 593,132 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 36.44 years.
Economically, Baltimore is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $65,840 is near the national average. Approximately 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 6.6%, above the national average.
The real estate market in Baltimore is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $242,034, which is near the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,348 per month.
The population of Baltimore is well-educated. 45.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is majority Black (55.31%).
Baltimore, MD offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Maryland. Spread across 42 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21201 | 17,819 | $44,722 | $221,900 | $1,282 | 5.3% | 51.8% | 11.0% |
| 21202 | 21,506 | $61,578 | $307,700 | $1,497 | 5.6% | 54.6% | 20.8% |
| 21205 | 13,665 | $38,723 | $94,900 | $1,052 | 8.7% | 24.8% | 36.5% |
| 21206 | 49,901 | $62,965 | $213,700 | $1,215 | 5.0% | 34.2% | 54.9% |
| 21209 | 30,766 | $87,669 | $418,800 | $1,640 | 4.2% | 68.3% | 57.2% |
| 21210 | 14,612 | $108,929 | $521,700 | $1,498 | 4.7% | 84.6% | 61.2% |
| 21211 | 15,481 | $81,467 | $274,000 | $1,577 | 2.9% | 66.9% | 57.0% |
| 21212 | 33,425 | $96,752 | $357,900 | $1,328 | 5.5% | 62.7% | 67.9% |
| 21213 | 27,881 | $50,031 | $134,900 | $1,253 | 6.3% | 25.2% | 53.2% |
| 21214 | 21,295 | $82,093 | $250,700 | $1,188 | 6.6% | 48.5% | 78.3% |
| 21215 | 52,078 | $47,606 | $189,900 | $1,177 | 7.8% | 34.1% | 53.3% |
| 21216 | 27,296 | $46,440 | $148,800 | $1,160 | 12.9% | 22.3% | 46.9% |
| 21217 | 31,125 | $37,207 | $175,900 | $1,065 | 13.4% | 30.7% | 32.6% |
| 21218 | 44,903 | $58,378 | $229,800 | $1,239 | 7.6% | 48.6% | 49.1% |
| 21223 | 19,793 | $41,828 | $93,700 | $1,110 | 10.6% | 18.1% | 33.6% |
| 21224 | 46,949 | $86,209 | $281,400 | $1,782 | 4.8% | 58.3% | 59.7% |
| 21229 | 44,687 | $55,457 | $184,900 | $1,210 | 6.4% | 31.0% | 55.5% |
| 21230 | 33,509 | $94,164 | $327,700 | $1,771 | 3.4% | 66.3% | 49.6% |
| 21231 | 14,556 | $85,382 | $336,500 | $1,710 | 4.4% | 70.1% | 35.0% |
| 21239 | 28,635 | $64,288 | $191,200 | $1,337 | 5.7% | 41.5% | 56.1% |