ZIP Code 21226, Maryland
ZIP Code 21226 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 21226 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Anne Arundel County / Baltimore city, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,674. The land area covers 9.78 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,674 | ±1,154 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,688 | ±452 | 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 | 2,990 | ±459 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,688 | ±452 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 302 | ±165 |
| Median Home Value | $330,500 | ±$21,023 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,335 | ±$236 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $82,635 | ±$19,508 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,940 | ±$10,067 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.8% | ±7.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,043 | ±541 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8% | ±4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,552 | ±763 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89% | ±7.9% |
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 | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Baltimore, MD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Severna Park, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baltimore, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Baltimore, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baltimore, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Baltimore, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Arnold, 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 | 2.9 mi away | 6320 Ritchie Hwy, Suite F, Glen Burnie, MD, 21061 |
8009204593
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BROOKLYN PARK COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 1 EAST 11TH AVENUE, BALTIMORE, MD, 21225 |
(410) 222-6260
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All-State Career-Baltimore
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College Vocational | 4.0 mi away | 2200 Broening Hwy Ste 160, Baltimore, MD, 21224 |
4106311818
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BROOKLYN BRANCH
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 300 EAST PATAPSCO AVE., BALTIMORE, MD, 21225 |
(410) 396-1120
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University System of Maryland
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College | 5.8 mi away | 701 E. Pratt St., Baltimore, MD, 21201 |
3014451901
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SOLLERS POINT
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 323 SOLLERS POINT ROAD, DUNDALK, MD, 21222 |
(410) 887-2485
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University System of Maryland-Research Centers
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College | 5.8 mi away | 701 E. Pratt St., Baltimore, MD, 21201 |
3014451901
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CHERRY HILL BRANCH
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 616 CHERRY HILL ROAD, BALTIMORE, MD, 21225 |
(410) 396-1168
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Cortiva Institute
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College Vocational | 5.9 mi away | 517 Progress Drive Suite A - J, Linthicum, MD, 21090 |
9549622624
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GLEN BURNIE REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 1010 EASTWAY, GLEN BURNIE, MD, 21060 |
(410) 222-6270
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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 MD SCI CTR BALTIMORE, MD US, located 5.6 miles from ZCTA5 21226. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.7° | 30.0° | 36.9° | 3.07" | — |
| February | 46.8° | 31.9° | 39.4° | 2.75" | — |
| March | 55.2° | 38.7° | 46.9° | 3.93" | — |
| April | 66.8° | 48.2° | 57.5° | 3.55" | — |
| May | 75.9° | 58.0° | 67.0° | 3.39" | — |
| June | 85.4° | 67.7° | 76.6° | 3.36" | — |
| July | 90.1° | 72.9° | 81.5° | 4.71" | — |
| August | 87.3° | 71.0° | 79.1° | 4.35" | — |
| September | 80.4° | 64.5° | 72.5° | 4.49" | — |
| October | 68.8° | 52.6° | 60.7° | 3.49" | — |
| November | 57.6° | 42.6° | 50.1° | 2.98" | — |
| December | 48.0° | 34.6° | 41.3° | 3.66" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Park CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Riviera Beach CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Pasadena CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Ferndale CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Glen Burnie CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Baltimore Highlands CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 21226. • 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.