ZIP Code 21555, Maryland
ZIP Code 21555 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 21555 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Allegany County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,470. The land area covers 98.29 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,470 | ±376 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.6 yrs | ±14.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 591 | ±185 | 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 | 831 | ±185 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 591 | ±185 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 240 | ±128 |
| Median Home Value | $197,700 | ±$64,476 |
| Median Gross Rent | $790 | ±$114 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53,266 | ±$23,350 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,708 | ±$4,625 |
| Poverty Rate | 22.1% | ±15.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 325 | ±245 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.6% | ±7.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 628 | ±167 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 71.7% | ±17.2% |
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: 67,097 (2024)
ID: 166361
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: GIS MANAGER
701 KELLY RD, STE 204, CUMBERLAND MD 21502-2887
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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 | Cumberland, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Cumberland, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lavale, MD | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | Cresaptown, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cresaptown, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Flintstone, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Cumberland, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Ridgeley, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ridgeley, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Ridgeley, WV |
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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Allegany College of Maryland
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College | 10.4 mi away | 12401 Willowbrook Rd SE, Cumberland, MD, 21502-2596 |
3017845000
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PAW PAW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 250 MOSER AVENUE, PAW PAW, WV, 25434 |
(304) 947-7013
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Frostburg State University
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College | 20.5 mi away | 101 Braddock Road, Frostburg, MD, 21532-1099 |
3016874000
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SOUTH CUMBERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 100 SEYMOUR ST., CUMBERLAND, MD, 21502 |
(301) 724-1607
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Potomac State College of West Virginia University
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College | 24.2 mi away | 101 Fort Ave, Keyser, WV, 26726 |
3047886820
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ALLEGANY COUNTY LIBRARY WASHINGTON STREET LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 31 WASHINGTON ST., CUMBERLAND, MD, 21502 |
(301) 777-1200
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Mineral County Vocational Technical Center
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College Vocational | 24.8 mi away | 981 Harley O Staggers Sr Dr, Keyser, WV, 26726 |
304788424010
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FORT ASHBY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 57 PRESIDENTS STREET, FORT ASHBY, WV, 26719 |
(304) 298-4493
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LAVALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 815 NATIONAL HIGHWAY, LAVALE, MD, 21502 |
(301) 729-0855
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MORGAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 105 CONGRESS ST., BERKELEY SPRINGS, WV, 25411 |
(304) 258-3350
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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 CUMBERLAND 2, MD US, located 11.3 miles from ZCTA5 21555. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.2° | 22.5° | 30.8° | 2.79" | 8.2" |
| February | 43.4° | 23.9° | 33.7° | 2.38" | 7.7" |
| March | 53.0° | 31.2° | 42.1° | 3.42" | 6.8" |
| April | 66.3° | 40.9° | 53.6° | 3.41" | 0.1" |
| May | 74.6° | 51.2° | 62.9° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.5° | 60.1° | 71.3° | 3.87" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.1° | 64.4° | 75.8° | 3.73" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.4° | 62.7° | 74.0° | 3.40" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.5° | 55.0° | 66.8° | 3.55" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.8° | 43.2° | 55.0° | 2.82" | 0.0" |
| November | 53.9° | 33.5° | 43.7° | 2.58" | 0.5" |
| December | 42.9° | 27.1° | 35.0° | 3.05" | 5.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oldtown CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Green Spring CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Paw Paw town | Town | 6.5 mi | — |
| Spring Gap CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Flintstone CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
| Little Orleans CDP | CDP | 9.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 21555. • 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.