ZIP Code 21641, Maryland
ZIP Code 21641 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 21641 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Caroline County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 127. The land area covers 0.14 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 127 | ±43 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 58.8 yrs | ±15.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 56 | ±23 | 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 | 70 | ±28 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 56 | ±23 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 14 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $254,200 | ±$64,865 |
| Median Gross Rent | $955 | ±$50 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,875 | ±$26,428 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,225 | ±$9,942 |
| Poverty Rate | 23.6% | ±26.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 30 | ±35 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.7% | ±6.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 58 | ±22 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 98.2% | ±7.7% |
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: 34,248 (2024)
ID: 204619
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
109 MARKET ST, RM 123, DENTON MD 21629-1055
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Ridgely, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Centreville, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Centreville, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cordova, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Federalsburg, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Federalsburg, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Denton, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Easton, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Easton, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Easton, 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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Chesapeake College
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College | 8.0 mi away | 1000 College Circle, Wye Mills, MD, 21679-0008 |
4108225400
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CAROLINE CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 100 MARKET ST., DENTON, MD, 21629 |
(410) 479-1343
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Washington College
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College | 21.8 mi away | 300 Washington Ave, Chestertown, MD, 21620-1438 |
4107787700
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NORTH COUNTY BRANCH
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 101 CEDAR LANE, GREENSBORO, MD, 21639 |
(410) 482-2173
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Polytech Adult Education
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College Vocational | 23.8 mi away | 823 Walnut Shade Road, Woodside, DE, 19980-0000 |
3026974545
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CENTREVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 121 S. COMMERCE STREET, CENTREVILLE, MD, 21617 |
(410) 758-0980
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MOBILE LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 121 S. COMMERCE STREET, CENTREVILLE, MD, 21617 |
(410) 758-0980
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TALBOT COUNTY FREE LIBRARY - EASTON BRANCH
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 100 W. DOVER ST., EASTON, MD, 21601 |
(410) 822-1626
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ST. MICHAELS BRANCH
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 106 FREMONT ST, ST. MICHAELS, MD, 21663 |
(410) 745-5877
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FEDERALSBURG BRANCH
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 123 MORRIS AVE., FEDERALSBURG, MD, 21632 |
(410) 754-8397
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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 ROYAL OAK 2 SSW, MD US, located 19.3 miles from ZCTA5 21641. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.6° | 29.3° | 36.9° | 3.52" | 5.1" |
| February | 47.4° | 30.5° | 39.0° | 3.06" | 4.8" |
| March | 55.6° | 37.2° | 46.4° | 4.39" | 2.3" |
| April | 66.9° | 46.6° | 56.7° | 3.67" | 0.1" |
| May | 75.4° | 56.2° | 65.8° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.7° | 65.5° | 74.6° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.1° | 70.1° | 79.1° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.3° | 68.0° | 77.2° | 4.78" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.1° | 61.5° | 70.8° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.0° | 50.6° | 59.8° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.9° | 40.8° | 49.3° | 3.38" | 0.0" |
| December | 48.6° | 33.3° | 41.0° | 3.94" | 1.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsboro town | Town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Queen Anne town | Town | 0.6 mi | — |
| Ridgely town | Town | 4.0 mi | — |
| Cordova CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| West Denton CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Denton town | Town | 6.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 21641. • 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.