ZIP Code 21762, Maryland
ZIP Code 21762 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 21762 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Frederick County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 139. The land area covers 0.45 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | ±210 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs | ±0.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 50 | ±76 | 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 | 50 | ±76 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 50 | ±76 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±14 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $34,328 | ±$3,792 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±10.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±14 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±10.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 139 | ±210 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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: 299,317 (2024)
ID: 183761
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SENIOR HR ANALYST
12 E CHURCH ST, FREDERICK MD 21701-5402
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Frederick, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Frederick, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | New Market, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Glenwood, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Frederick, MD | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | Westminster, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Frederick, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Adamstown, MD | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | Westminster, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Thurmont, 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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Frederick Community College
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College | 9.3 mi away | 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD, 21702-2964 |
3018462400
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WALKERSVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 2 SOUTH GLADE ROAD, WALKERSVILLE, MD, 21793 |
(301) 600-8200
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The Temple-A Paul Mitchell Partner School
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College Vocational | 9.8 mi away | 22 W Church St, Frederick, MD, 21701 |
3016827550
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MOUNT AIRY BRANCH
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 705 RIDGE AVENUE, MOUNT AIRY, MD, 21771 |
(410) 386-4470
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Hood College
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College | 10.0 mi away | 401 Rosemont Ave, Frederick, MD, 21701 |
3016963131
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C BURR ARTZ LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 110 EAST PATRICK STREET, FREDERICK, MD, 21701 |
(301) 600-1630
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Carroll Community College
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College | 14.2 mi away | 1601 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157 |
4103868000
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CBA - CHILDREN`S BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 110 EAST PATRICK STREET, FREDERICK, MD, 21701 |
(301) 694-1532
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McDaniel College
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College | 15.0 mi away | 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, 21157 |
4108487000
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THE COMMUNITY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 110 EAST PATRICK ST, FREDERICK, MD, 21701 |
(301) 600-1630
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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 FREDERICK POLICE BRKS, MD US, located 11.1 miles from ZCTA5 21762. 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° | 26.5° | 34.8° | 2.58" | — |
| February | 47.8° | 28.5° | 38.2° | 2.95" | — |
| March | 55.3° | 35.6° | 45.5° | 3.71" | — |
| April | 68.6° | 44.7° | 56.7° | 3.55" | — |
| May | 77.4° | 55.0° | 66.2° | 3.99" | — |
| June | 85.2° | 63.3° | 74.2° | 4.26" | — |
| July | 88.6° | 68.4° | 78.5° | 3.90" | — |
| August | 86.7° | 66.4° | 76.5° | 2.89" | — |
| September | 80.0° | 59.3° | 69.7° | 5.80" | — |
| October | 68.8° | 47.2° | 58.0° | 3.26" | — |
| November | 56.3° | 37.8° | 47.1° | 2.66" | — |
| December | 47.1° | 30.7° | 38.9° | 3.97" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Libertytown CDP | CDP | 0.7 mi | — |
| Woodsboro town | Town | 5.0 mi | — |
| Linganore CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Walkersville town | Town | 6.1 mi | — |
| New Market town | Town | 6.2 mi | — |
| Spring Ridge CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 21762. • 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.