21856 can be classified socioeconomically as Lower 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 21856 is White. The majority race/ethnicity attending public schools in 21856 is White. The current unemployment level in 21856 is 4.4%.
| Population | 924 |
| Population Growth Rate | 44.57% |
| Population Density | 24 People per Square Mile |
| Total Households | 379 |
| Median Household Income (2021) | $53,137 |
| Average Adjusted Gross Income (2021) | $407,330 |
| Current Unemployment Rate (May 2026) | 4.4% |
| Sales Tax Rate (2025) | 6% |
| Majority Race/Ethnicity | White - 79.01% |
| Public School Majority Race/Ethnicity | White - 60.22% |
21856 Race/Ethnicity Breakdown
| Race/Ethnicity | Total | Percentage |
|---|
| White | 813 | 79.01% |
| Black | 216 | 20.99% |
| Hispanic | 0 | 0% |
| Asian | 0 | 0% |
| Native American | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian/Pac. Islander | 0 | 0% |
21856 Public School Race/Ethnicity Breakdown
| Race/Ethnicity | Total | Percentage |
|---|
| White | 109 | 67.28% |
| Black | 24 | 14.81% |
| Hispanic | 22 | 13.58% |
| Asian | 5 | 3.09% |
| Native American | 2 | 1.23% |
| Hawaiian/Pac. Islander | 0 | 0% |
21856 Educational Attainment Levels
| Highest Education Level | Total | Percentage |
|---|
| Less Than 1 Year of College | 16 | 2.27% |
| Bachelor Degree | 140 | 19.89% |
| High School Diploma | 205 | 29.12% |
| No High School Diploma | 13 | 1.85% |
| GED or Alternate | 49 | 6.96% |
| 1 or More Years of College | 218 | 30.97% |
| Associates Degree | 27 | 3.84% |
| Masters Degree | 23 | 3.27% |
| Professional Degree | 0 | 0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 13 | 1.85% |
