ZIP Code 21912, Maryland
ZIP Code 21912 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 21912 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cecil County / New Castle County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,536. The land area covers 33.87 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,536 | ±560 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 58.2 yrs | ±7.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 696 | ±219 | 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 | 704 | ±218 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 696 | ±219 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 8 | ±12 |
| Median Home Value | $391,700 | ±$114,161 |
| Median Gross Rent | $817 | ±$143 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,868 | ±$29,080 |
| Per Capita Income | $65,613 | ±$26,299 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% | ±5.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 54 | ±81 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 579 | ±267 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 67.7% | ±12.5% |
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: 106,305 (2024)
ID: 193454
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY COUNCIL PRESIDENT
200 CHESAPEAKE BLVD, STE 2110, ELKTON MD 21921-6659
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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 | Middletown, DE | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | Middletown, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Port Deposit, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | New Castle, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chesapeake City, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Chesapeake City, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Newark, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Middletown, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | Middletown, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | Middletown, DE |
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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All In The Wrist Barber Academy
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College Vocational | 13.8 mi away | 202 North Dupont Blvd., Smyrna, DE, 19977-1511 |
3026591027
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CECILTON BRANCH
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 215 E. MAIN ST., CECILTON, MD, 21913 |
(410) 275-1091
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Paul Mitchell the School-Delaware
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College Vocational | 15.9 mi away | 1420 Pulaski Hwy, Newark, DE, 19702 |
3028328418
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APPOQUINIMINK COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 204 EAST MAIN STREET, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 19709 |
(302) 378-5588
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Academy of Massage and Bodywork
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College Vocational | 16.6 mi away | 1218 Pulaski Hwy Ste 324, Bear, DE, 19701 |
3023926768
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NORTH COUNTY BRANCH AT GALENA
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 119 NORTH MAIN STREET, GALENA, MD, 21635 |
(410) 648-5380
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Cecil College
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College | 17.1 mi away | One Seahawk Drive, North East, MD, 21901-1900 |
4102871000
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CHESAPEAKE CITY BRANCH
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 2527 AUGUSTINE HERMAN HIGHWAY, CHESAPEAKE CITY, MD, 21915 |
(410) 996-1134
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Hair Academy School of Barbering & Beauty
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College Vocational | 17.1 mi away | 160 Pencader Plaza, Newark, DE, 19713-2305 |
3027386251
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CORBIT-CALLOWAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 115 HIGH STREET, ODESSA, DE, 19730 |
(302) 378-8838
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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 NEWARK AG FARM, DE US, located 17.6 miles from ZCTA5 21912. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.5° | 25.1° | 33.8° | 3.43" | — |
| February | 45.6° | 25.4° | 35.5° | 2.91" | — |
| March | 54.2° | 32.8° | 43.5° | 4.27" | — |
| April | 66.9° | 42.1° | 54.5° | 3.71" | — |
| May | 75.6° | 51.9° | 63.8° | 3.63" | — |
| June | 83.8° | 61.5° | 72.6° | 3.95" | — |
| July | 88.6° | 66.4° | 77.5° | 4.84" | — |
| August | 86.8° | 64.7° | 75.7° | 3.95" | — |
| September | 79.4° | 58.4° | 68.9° | 4.87" | — |
| October | 69.1° | 46.2° | 57.7° | 4.00" | — |
| November | 56.9° | 35.9° | 46.4° | 3.36" | — |
| December | 47.0° | 29.8° | 38.4° | 4.04" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cecilton town | Town | 2.8 mi | — |
| Middletown town | Town | 5.6 mi | — |
| Galena town | Town | 6.1 mi | — |
| Townsend town | Town | 6.4 mi | — |
| Chesapeake City town | Town | 7.7 mi | — |
| Odessa town | Town | 8.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 21912. • 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.