21286 can be classified socioeconomically as Middle Class class compared to other ZIP Codes in Maryland based on Median Household Income and Average Adjusted Gross Income. The majority race/ethnicity residing in 21286 is White. The majority race/ethnicity attending public schools in 21286 is White. The current unemployment level in 21286 is 4.4%.
| Population | 21,142 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0% |
| Population Density | 2,382 People per Square Mile |
| Total Households | 8,098 |
| Percentage High Income Households | 7.9% |
| Median Household Income (2021) | $89,417 |
| Average Adjusted Gross Income (2021) | $489,650 |
| Current Unemployment Rate (May 2026) | 4.4% |
| Sales Tax Rate (2025) | 6% |
| Majority Race/Ethnicity | White - 76.96% |
| Public School Majority Race/Ethnicity | White - 40.64% |
21286 Race/Ethnicity Breakdown
| Race/Ethnicity | Total | Percentage |
|---|
| White | 15,924 | 76.93% |
| Black | 2,772 | 13.39% |
| Hispanic | 872 | 4.21% |
| Asian | 1,109 | 5.36% |
| Native American | 13 | 0.06% |
| Hawaiian/Pac. Islander | 8 | 0.04% |
21286 Public School Race/Ethnicity Breakdown
| Race/Ethnicity | Total | Percentage |
|---|
| White | 1,716 | 42.91% |
| Black | 1,672 | 41.81% |
| Hispanic | 362 | 9.05% |
| Asian | 231 | 5.78% |
| Native American | 10 | 0.25% |
| Hawaiian/Pac. Islander | 8 | 0.2% |
21286 Educational Attainment Levels
| Highest Education Level | Total | Percentage |
|---|
| Less Than 1 Year of College | 592 | 4.8% |
| Bachelor Degree | 3,725 | 30.2% |
| High School Diploma | 1,847 | 14.97% |
| No High School Diploma | 40 | 0.32% |
| GED or Alternate | 158 | 1.28% |
| 1 or More Years of College | 1,755 | 14.23% |
| Associates Degree | 621 | 5.03% |
| Masters Degree | 2,209 | 17.91% |
| Professional Degree | 760 | 6.16% |
| Doctorate Degree | 627 | 5.08% |
