ZIP Code 21838, Maryland
ZIP Code 21838 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 21838 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Somerset County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,873. The land area covers 54.85 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,873 | ±514 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs | ±4.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 715 | ±176 | 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 | 917 | ±188 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 715 | ±176 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 202 | ±108 |
| Median Home Value | $202,400 | ±$74,998 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,073 | ±$381 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $88,438 | ±$11,122 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,941 | ±$7,453 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.1% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 58 | ±60 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 875 | ±268 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.2% | ±13.4% |
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: 25,241 (2024)
ID: 166368
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
11916 SOMERSET AVE, PRINCESS ANNE MD 21853
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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 | Oak Hall, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Oak Hall, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Oak Hall, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Crisfield, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Crisfield, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Deal Island, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | Princess Anne, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Mappsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Pocomoke City, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Pocomoke City, 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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University of Maryland Eastern Shore
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College | 13.4 mi away | J.T. Williams Hall, Princess Anne, MD, 21853-1299 |
4106512200
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CRISFIELD BRANCH
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 100 COLLINS STREET, CRISFIELD, MD, 21817 |
(410) 968-0955
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Del-Mar-Va Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 23.4 mi away | 111 Milford St, Salisbury, MD, 21804-6952 |
4107427929103
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POCOMOKE BRANCH
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 301 MARKET ST., POCOMOKE CITY, MD, 21851 |
(410) 957-0878
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Salisbury University
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College | 23.8 mi away | 1101 Camden Ave, Salisbury, MD, 21801-6862 |
4105436000
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SOMERSET COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 11767 BEECHWOOD ST., PRINCESS ANNE, MD, 21853 |
(410) 651-0852
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EWELL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 20910 CALEB JONES RD., EWELL, MD, 21824 |
(410) 425-2181
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EASTERN SHORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 24313 BENNETT STREET, PARKSLEY, VA, 23421 |
(757) 787-3400
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CHINCOTEAGUE ISLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 4077 MAIN STREET, CHINCOTEAGUE, VA, 23336 |
(757) 336-3460
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SNOW HILL BRANCH
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 307 N. WASHINGTON ST, SNOW HILL, MD, 21863 |
(410) 632-3495
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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 WALLOPS ISLAND FLIGHT FAC, VA US, located 15.9 miles from ZCTA5 21838. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.2° | 29.5° | 37.9° | 3.15" | 3.5" |
| February | 48.5° | 31.1° | 39.8° | 2.81" | 2.3" |
| March | 54.5° | 37.0° | 45.8° | 3.91" | 0.7" |
| April | 64.3° | 45.9° | 55.1° | 3.12" | 0.2" |
| May | 72.7° | 55.5° | 64.1° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.3° | 65.1° | 73.2° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.1° | 70.4° | 78.2° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.2° | 68.7° | 76.5° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.7° | 63.0° | 70.8° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.1° | 51.4° | 60.2° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.8° | 40.7° | 49.7° | 2.88" | 0.0" |
| December | 50.5° | 33.5° | 42.0° | 3.75" | 1.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saxis town | Town | 6.4 mi | — |
| Crisfield city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Sanford CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Frenchtown-Rumbly CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Fairmount CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
| Pocomoke City city | City | 10.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 21838. • 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.