ZIP Code 21401, Maryland
ZIP Code 21401 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 21401 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 38,629. The land area covers 19.93 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38,629 | ±1,802 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.7 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 17,984 | ±874 | 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 | 19,567 | ±843 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 17,984 | ±874 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,583 | ±293 |
| Median Home Value | $601,400 | ±$27,102 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,150 | ±$92 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $123,381 | ±$6,698 |
| Per Capita Income | $80,697 | ±$5,825 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,683 | ±679 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.8% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,743 | ±1,293 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.3% | ±1.5% |
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 | 09-12 | Largo, 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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Arnold, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Gambrills, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Odenton, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Upper Marlboro, 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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The Temple Annapolis-A Paul Mitchell Partner School
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College Vocational | 0.8 mi away | 2303 Forest Drive Suite C, Annapolis, MD, 21401-3833 |
4432212553
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DISCOVERIES
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 2260 ANNAPOLIS MALL RD, ANNAPOLIS, MD, 21401 |
(410) 222-6277
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St. John's College
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College | 3.3 mi away | 60 College Ave, Annapolis, MD, 21401 |
4102632371
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ANNAPOLIS REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 1410 WEST ST., ANNAPOLIS, MD, 21401 |
(410) 222-1750
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United States Naval Academy
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College | 3.9 mi away | 121 Blake Road, Annapolis, MD, 21402-1300 |
4102931482
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EDGEWATER COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 25 STEPNEY LANE, EDGEWATER, MD, 21037 |
(410) 222-1538
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Anne Arundel Community College
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College | 4.8 mi away | 101 College Pky, Arnold, MD, 21012-1895 |
4107772222
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EASTPORT-ANNAPOLIS NECK COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 269 HILLSMERE DR., ANNAPOLIS, MD, 21403 |
(410) 222-1770
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Bowie State University
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College | 11.3 mi away | 14000 Jericho Park Rd, Bowie, MD, 20715-9465 |
3018604000
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SEVERNA PARK COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 45 MCKINSEY RD., SEVERNA PARK, MD, 21146 |
(410) 222-6290
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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 ANNAPOLIS NAF, MD US, located 4.6 miles from ZCTA5 21401. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.1° | 29.8° | 36.5° | 2.84" | — |
| February | 45.2° | 31.5° | 38.4° | 2.38" | — |
| March | 53.1° | 38.3° | 45.7° | 3.80" | — |
| April | 63.7° | 47.2° | 55.4° | 3.38" | — |
| May | 73.0° | 57.3° | 65.1° | 3.15" | — |
| June | 81.5° | 67.7° | 74.6° | 4.04" | — |
| July | 86.0° | 71.9° | 79.0° | 4.94" | — |
| August | 83.7° | 70.5° | 77.1° | 4.27" | — |
| September | 77.4° | 64.8° | 71.1° | 5.14" | — |
| October | 67.1° | 52.2° | 59.7° | 4.04" | — |
| November | 56.2° | 42.3° | 49.3° | 3.03" | — |
| December | 47.2° | 34.1° | 40.6° | 2.98" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parole CDP | CDP | 0.0 mi | — |
| Annapolis city | City | 2.8 mi | — |
| Crownsville CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
| Edgewater CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Riva CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Naval Academy CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 21401. • 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.