ZIP Code 21144, Maryland
ZIP Code 21144 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 21144 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 37,118. The land area covers 16.51 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37,118 | ±2,361 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,019 | ±692 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 13,466 | ±699 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,019 | ±692 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 447 | ±225 |
| Median Home Value | $483,700 | ±$12,604 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,026 | ±$152 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $136,684 | ±$7,881 |
| Per Capita Income | $57,707 | ±$3,502 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,617 | ±599 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 19,619 | ±1,384 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.6% | ±7.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 602,350 (2024)
ID: 166362
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: OFFICE OF PERSONNEL VAL BRYANT
2660 RIVA RD, HERITAGE COMPLEX, ANNAPOLIS MD 21404
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 03-12 | Arnold, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baltimore, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Baltimore, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Annapolis, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Annapolis, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Annapolis, MD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Severna Park, MD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Ellicott City, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baltimore, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Baltimore, MD |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Empire Beauty School-Glen Burnie
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College Vocational | 6.6 mi away | 6320 Ritchie Hwy, Suite F, Glen Burnie, MD, 21061 |
8009204593
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ODENTON REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 1325 ANNAPOLIS RD, ODENTON, MD, 21113 |
(410) 222-6277
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Cortiva Institute
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College Vocational | 6.6 mi away | 517 Progress Drive Suite A - J, Linthicum, MD, 21090 |
9549622624
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SEVERN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 2624 ANNAPOLIS RD. (ROUTE 175), SEVERN, MD, 21144 |
(410) 222-6280
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Paul Mitchell the School-Jessup
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College Vocational | 6.7 mi away | 7351 Assateague Drive, Suite 370, Jessup, MD, 20794 |
3013668675
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GLEN BURNIE REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 1010 EASTWAY, GLEN BURNIE, MD, 21060 |
(410) 222-6270
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Aspen Beauty Academy of Laurel
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College Vocational | 7.9 mi away | 3535 Fort Meade Road, Laurel, MD, 20724 |
3014908580
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LINTHICUM COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 400 SHIPLEY RD., LINTHICUM, MD, 21090 |
(410) 222-6265
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Bowie State University
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College | 8.3 mi away | 14000 Jericho Park Rd, Bowie, MD, 20715-9465 |
3018604000
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ELKRIDGE BRANCH
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 6540 WASHINGTON BOULEVARD, ELKRIDGE, MD, 21075 |
(410) 313-5077
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BALTIMORE WASH INTL AP, MD US, located 3.2 miles from ZCTA5 21144. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.2° | 25.4° | 34.3° | 3.08" | 6.4" |
| February | 46.4° | 26.9° | 36.6° | 2.90" | 7.5" |
| March | 54.8° | 33.9° | 44.3° | 4.01" | 2.8" |
| April | 66.5° | 43.6° | 55.0° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.5° | 53.3° | 64.4° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.4° | 62.6° | 73.5° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.8° | 67.7° | 78.3° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.5° | 65.8° | 76.2° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.7° | 58.8° | 69.2° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.3° | 46.5° | 57.4° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.3° | 36.5° | 46.9° | 3.13" | 0.1" |
| December | 47.5° | 29.6° | 38.6° | 3.71" | 2.5" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Severn CDP | CDP | 1.4 mi | — |
| Gambrills CDP | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Fort Meade CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Odenton CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Glen Burnie CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Ferndale CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 21144. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.