21550 ZIP Code – Oakland, Maryland
21550 is a mid-sized ZIP code in Oakland, Maryland, part of Garrett County with a population of approximately 13,640 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $61,824, which is well below the Maryland average and below the national figure. Median home values of $211,900 are below the national average, with 76.4% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). . Median rent is $677, which is below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 80% single-family (decreasing), 8% apartments (increasing).
The area reports an unemployment rate of 5.0%, near the national average. The poverty rate is 11.3%, below the national average. About 25.7% of residents have completed a four-year degree, near the national rate. The median age is 48.5, near the national median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 26720, 21538, 26764.
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ZIP 21550 vs. Maryland vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 21550 | MD Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13k | 13k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $61k | $107k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $211k | $404k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $677 | $1,552 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 48.5 | 43.5 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.0% | 5.0% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 11.3% | 9.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 25.7% | 37.6% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 26720 – Gormania
- 21538 – Kitzmiller
- 26764 – Terra Alta
- 26705 – Aurora
- 26716 – Eglon
- 21541 – Mc Henry
- 26707 – Bayard
- 26717 – Elk Garden
- 21561 – Swanton
- 26739 – Mount Storm
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26720 | GORMANIA | 170 | Not provided |
| 21538 | KITZMILLER | 571 | $82,250 |
| 26764 | TERRA ALTA | 4,594 | $55,821 |
| 26705 | AURORA | 620 | $52,721 |
| 26716 | EGLON | 957 | $69,167 |