ZIP Code 21154, Maryland
ZIP Code 21154 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 21154 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Harford County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,544. The land area covers 39.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,544 | ±885 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50 yrs | ±3.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,403 | ±280 | 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 | 2,692 | ±314 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,403 | ±280 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 289 | ±141 |
| Median Home Value | $455,400 | ±$64,669 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,161 | ±$379 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $97,658 | ±$15,327 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,099 | ±$5,385 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% | ±5.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 602 | ±380 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.7% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,123 | ±541 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.9% | ±4.8% |
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: 265,514 (2024)
ID: 166365
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY TREASURER
220 S MAIN ST, BEL AIR MD 21014-3820
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Aberdeen, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Aberdeen, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Abingdon, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Aberdeen, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bel Air, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bel Air, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bel Air, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bel Air, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Baldwin, MD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Aberdeen, 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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Harford Community College
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College | 7.8 mi away | 401 Thomas Run Rd, Bel Air, MD, 21015-1698 |
4434122000
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WHITEFORD BRANCH
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 2407 WHITEFORD ROAD, WHITEFORD, MD, 21160 |
(410) 638-3608
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Aveda Institute-Maryland
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College Vocational | 8.7 mi away | 227 Archer St, Bel Air, MD, 21014-3639 |
41083808454
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DARLINGTON BRANCH
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 3535 CONOWINGO ROAD, STREET, MD, 21154 |
(410) 638-3750
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Institute of Health Sciences
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College Vocational | 19.7 mi away | 11031 McCormick Road, Hunt Valley, MD, 21031-1408 |
4108912514
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JARRETTSVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 3722 NORRISVILLE ROAD, JARRETTSVILLE, MD, 21084 |
(410) 692-7887
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Baltimore Beauty & Barber School II
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College Vocational | 20.4 mi away | 29 Greenmeadow Drive, Timonium, MD, 21093-3208 |
4432752038
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BEL AIR BRANCH
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 100 E. PENNSYLVANIA AVE., BEL AIR, MD, 21014 |
(410) 638-3151
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Goucher College
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College | 21.2 mi away | 1021 Dulaney Valley Rd, Baltimore, MD, 21204-2794 |
4103376000
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SILVER READER
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 100 PENNSYLVANIA AVE., BEL AIR, MD, 21014 |
(410) 638-3151
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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 CONOWINGO DAM, MD US, located 9.9 miles from ZCTA5 21154. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.1° | 24.9° | 32.5° | 3.63" | — |
| February | 43.0° | 26.3° | 34.6° | 2.64" | — |
| March | 51.0° | 33.6° | 42.3° | 4.18" | — |
| April | 63.9° | 43.8° | 53.9° | 3.44" | — |
| May | 73.5° | 54.0° | 63.7° | 3.86" | — |
| June | 82.7° | 64.0° | 73.3° | 4.46" | — |
| July | 87.5° | 68.5° | 78.0° | 4.69" | — |
| August | 85.3° | 67.0° | 76.2° | 4.54" | — |
| September | 78.8° | 60.0° | 69.4° | 5.05" | — |
| October | 66.9° | 47.9° | 57.4° | 4.50" | — |
| November | 55.0° | 36.6° | 45.8° | 3.23" | — |
| December | 45.0° | 30.6° | 37.8° | 4.04" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pylesville CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
| Delta borough | Borough | 5.1 mi | — |
| Fawn Grove borough | Borough | 7.0 mi | — |
| Susquehanna Trails CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Jarrettsville CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Bel Air North CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 21154. • 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.