ZIP Code 21776, Maryland
ZIP Code 21776 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 21776 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Carroll County / Frederick County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,261. The land area covers 35.45 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,261 | ±673 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs | ±6.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,346 | ±248 | 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 | 2,378 | ±252 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,346 | ±248 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 32 | ±29 |
| Median Home Value | $461,600 | ±$23,009 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,297 | ±$637 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $133,409 | ±$17,237 |
| Per Capita Income | $54,829 | ±$4,784 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.7% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 232 | ±127 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.7% | ±4.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,269 | ±444 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.8% | ±4.3% |
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: 177,108 (2024)
ID: 105977
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BUDGET ANALYST
225 N CENTER ST, WESTMINSTER MD 21157-5194
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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 | New Market, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Glenwood, MD | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | Westminster, MD | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | Westminster, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Sykesville, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Frederick, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sykesville, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Reisterstown, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Westminster, MD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-08 | Westminster, 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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Carroll Community College
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College | 5.9 mi away | 1601 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157 |
4103868000
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EXPLORATION COMMONS AT 50 EAST
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 50 EAST MAIN ST, WESTMINSTER, MD, 21157 |
(443) 293-3000
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McDaniel College
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College | 6.9 mi away | 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD, 21157 |
4108487000
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OUTREACH MOBILE SERVICES
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 50 E. MAIN STREET, WESTMINSTER, MD, 21157 |
(410) 386-4450
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Mount St. Mary's University
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College | 17.6 mi away | 16300 Old Emmitsburg Road, Emmitsburg, MD, 21727-7799 |
3014476122
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STORYTIME EXPRESS 1
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 50 EAST MAIN STREET, WESTMINSTER, MD, 21157 |
(410) 386-4450
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Frederick Community College
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College | 17.6 mi away | 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD, 21702-2964 |
3018462400
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STORYTIME EXPRESS 2
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 50 EAST MAIN STREET, WESTMINSTER, MD, 21157 |
(410) 386-4450
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The Temple-A Paul Mitchell Partner School
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College Vocational | 18.1 mi away | 22 W Church St, Frederick, MD, 21701 |
3016827550
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WESTMINSTER BRANCH
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 50 E. MAIN ST., WESTMINSTER, MD, 21157 |
(410) 386-4490
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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 EMMITSBURG 2 SE, MD US, located 14.7 miles from ZCTA5 21776. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.0° | 22.3° | 31.1° | 3.50" | 8.7" |
| February | 42.8° | 22.9° | 32.9° | 2.55" | 8.8" |
| March | 51.9° | 29.8° | 40.9° | 4.19" | 4.4" |
| April | 64.0° | 39.6° | 51.8° | 3.88" | 0.2" |
| May | 72.4° | 50.5° | 61.4° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.8° | 59.5° | 70.1° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.4° | 64.3° | 74.8° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.6° | 62.4° | 73.0° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.0° | 55.2° | 66.1° | 5.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.9° | 43.5° | 54.7° | 3.78" | 0.1" |
| November | 54.4° | 33.4° | 43.9° | 3.40" | 0.8" |
| December | 44.2° | 27.1° | 35.7° | 3.76" | 4.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Windsor town | Town | 1.7 mi | — |
| Union Bridge town | Town | 5.3 mi | — |
| Westminster city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Libertytown CDP | CDP | 8.6 mi | — |
| Mount Airy town | Town | 10.3 mi | — |
| Taneytown city | City | 10.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 21776. • 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.