ZIP Code 21155, Maryland
ZIP Code 21155 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 21155 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Baltimore County / Carroll County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,313. The land area covers 22.12 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,313 | ±702 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.7 yrs | ±7.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,032 | ±159 | 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 | 1,229 | ±177 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,032 | ±159 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 197 | ±117 |
| Median Home Value | $479,500 | ±$47,547 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,513 | ±$692 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $123,158 | ±$23,179 |
| Per Capita Income | $49,882 | ±$7,763 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 171 | ±120 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,635 | ±354 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.8% | ±6.7% |
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: 852,425 (2024)
ID: 166363
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: KEITH DORSEY
400 WASHINGTON AVE, TOWSON MD 21204-4606
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Baltimore, MD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | Towson, MD | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | Towson, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-12 | Baltimore, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baltimore, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baltimore, MD | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | Westminster, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Baldwin, MD | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | Westminster, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Sykesville, 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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Institute of Health Sciences
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College Vocational | 9.6 mi away | 11031 McCormick Road, Hunt Valley, MD, 21031-1408 |
4108912514
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NORTH CARROLL BRANCH
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 2255 HANOVER PIKE, HAMPSTEAD, MD, 21074 |
(410) 386-4480
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Stevenson University
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College | 10.2 mi away | 100 Campus Circle, Owings Mills, MD, 21117 |
4104867000
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HEREFORD BRANCH
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 16940 YORK ROAD, MONKTON, MD, 21111 |
(410) 887-1919
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Carroll Community College
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College | 10.8 mi away | 1601 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157 |
4103868000
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FINKSBURG BRANCH
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 2265 OLD WESTMINSTER PIKE, FINKSBURG, MD, 21048 |
(410) 386-4505
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McDaniel College
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College | 11.0 mi away | 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, 21157 |
4108487000
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REISTERSTOWN BRANCH
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 21 COCKEYS MILL ROAD, REISTERSTOWN, MD, 21136 |
(410) 887-1165
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Empire Beauty School-Owings Mills
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College Vocational | 11.9 mi away | 9616 Reisterstown Rd, Suite 105, Owings Mills, MD, 21117 |
8009204593
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DETENTION CENTER LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 100 N. COURT STREET, WESTMINSTER, MD, 21157 |
(410) 386-2636
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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 MILLERS 4 NE, MD US, located 10.1 miles from ZCTA5 21155. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.5° | 23.7° | 31.6° | 3.58" | 9.7" |
| February | 42.9° | 25.3° | 34.1° | 2.94" | 10.8" |
| March | 51.8° | 31.9° | 41.8° | 4.14" | 6.3" |
| April | 64.5° | 41.8° | 53.2° | 3.84" | 0.5" |
| May | 73.2° | 51.3° | 62.3° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.8° | 60.0° | 70.4° | 3.80" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.9° | 64.4° | 74.6° | 4.73" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.1° | 62.6° | 72.9° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.7° | 56.3° | 66.5° | 5.11" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.4° | 45.4° | 55.4° | 4.19" | 0.2" |
| November | 53.9° | 35.9° | 44.9° | 3.36" | 1.0" |
| December | 43.7° | 28.4° | 36.1° | 4.04" | 5.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampstead town | Town | 4.2 mi | — |
| Manchester town | Town | 7.3 mi | — |
| Reisterstown CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
| Cockeysville CDP | CDP | 11.1 mi | — |
| Westminster city | City | 11.2 mi | — |
| Owings Mills CDP | CDP | 11.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 21155. • 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.