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Cities in ZIP code 21871

The list below includes the cities that the US Post Office accepts for ZIP code 21871. The preferred city may not be the city in which the ZIP is located. The city for 21871 is usually the name of the main post office. When mailing your package or letter, always include the preferred or acceptable cities. Using any city in the list of unacceptable cities may result in delays.

Primary/preferred city:

Westover, MD

Unacceptable:

Easton Correctional Inst, Kingston, Rumbley

Stats and Demographics for the 21871 ZIP Code

ZIP code 21871 is located in southeast Maryland and covers a slightly less than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a slightly less than average population density.

The people living in ZIP code 21871 are primarily white. The number of middle aged adults is extremely large while the number of seniors is large. There are also a slightly higher than average number of single parents and a slightly less than average number of single adults. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 21871 ZIP code is slightly less than average compared to other areas of the country.

Real Estate and Housing

ZIP code 21871 has a slightly higher than average percentage of vacancies. The Census also indicates that there are one or more correctional facilities nearby.

The majority of household are owned or have a mortgage. Homes in ZIP code 21871 were primarily built in 1939 or earlier. Looking at 21871 real estate data, the median home value of $151,900 is slightly less than average compared to the rest of the country. It is also high compared to nearby ZIP codes. So you are less likely to find inexpensive homes in 21871. Rentals in 21871 are most commonly 3+ bedrooms. The rent for 3+ bedrooms is normally $1,000+/month including utilities. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 21871 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.

For more information, see Fairmount, MD real estate.

Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work

The median household income of $41,696 is compared to the rest of the country. It is also compared to nearby ZIP codes. So 21871 is likely to be one of the nicer parts of town with a more affluent demographic.

As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. Instead of a commute, a higher percentage of people in 21871 are able to work from home than most places in the nation. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. Most commuters in 21871 can expect to fall in that range. There are a slightly smaller percentage of employees that have to travel over 45 minutes to reach their place of employment.

Schools and Education

The percentage of people that did not graduate high school is among the highest in the nation. The area has a less than average percentage of people who have a college degree.

Schools in ZIP Code 21871

ZIP Code 21871 is in the following school districts: Somerset County Public Schools and Private. There are 3 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 21871.