21221 scores 12.2 out of 20 on the EPA National Walkability Index (above average walkable). There are no supermarkets within a mile of the center of the ZIP, so most people drive to shop.

How far is the nearest Metro station from 21221?

The closest Metro station to the center of 21221 is Greenbelt, about 31 miles away in a straight line.

How much does it cost to live in 21221?

In 21221, median rent is $1,210 a month and the median home value is $245,900, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2022 5-year estimates.

How much does it cost to move to Baltimore, MD 21221?

Red Cat's local flat rates start at $240 for a 1-bedroom apartment and $780 for a 2-bedroom house. The price is set before moving day and doesn't change if the move takes longer. No deposit.

Moving to Baltimore, MD 21221

Essex and the Back River Neck peninsula form 21221, a waterfront corner of eastern Baltimore County. Brick duplexes and postwar ranches fill the streets near Eastern Avenue, while farther out the peninsula has bungalows, shore homes and boat slips on Back River and Middle River. Eastern Boulevard is the main road, connecting to I-695 for trips into Baltimore.

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Baltimore, MD 21221 at a glance.

ZIP 21221, Baltimore County. Tap a card for the details.

SafetyNo data for this ZIPSee the map
Walkability12.2Above average walkableEPA index, out of 20See the map
GroceryTrader Joe'sover 2 miWhole Foodsover 2 miMOM's Organicover 2 miSee the map
RestaurantsComing soonSee the list
CafesComing soonSee the list
Schools61schoolswithin 5 miles · 56 public, 5 privateSee the list
Climate & AirComing soonSee the weather
People43,822residentsmedian household income $68,140See the data

Reported crime around 21221.

Reported incidents from police data. A map shows where they happened; numbers alone can't tell one block from the next.

We don't have crime data for this ZIP. The police departments here don't publish where incidents happen. Our crime maps cover Washington, DC, Montgomery and Prince George's counties, Baltimore City and Prince William County.

Life without a car around 21221.

Grocery stores and Metro stations near Baltimore, MD. Pick a store to see only that chain.

4 grocery stores and 0 Metro stations within 2 miles of 21221

Grocery store
Metro station

Nearest grocery stores

Aldi1600 Old Eastern Ave, Essex1.5 mi
Food Lion1565 Hyde Park Rd, Essex1.7 mi
Walmart2399 N Point Blvd, Dundalk1.9 mi
Weis Markets165 Orville Rd, Baltimore2 mi

Nearest Metro stations

No Metro stations within 2 miles.

Source: USDA SNAP Retailer Locator and WMATA via DC GIS · supermarkets that accept SNAP; distances are straight-line from the center of 21221. Store icons are each chain's own website icon. Updated 2026-10-26.

Grocery stores within 1 mile

You'll likely drive to shop

Nearest: Aldi, 1.5 mi

Nearest Metro station

31 mi

A short drive or bus ride

Greenbelt

EPA Walkability Index

12.2 / 20

Above average walkable

Average of 11 Census block groups within about half a mile

The EPA National Walkability Index scores every U.S. neighborhood from 1 to 20 on connected streets, nearby transit and the mix of shops, jobs and homes: above 15 is among the most walkable places in the country, below 6 usually means driving for most errands.

The most popular places to eat near 21221.

The busiest restaurants within about a mile and a half of Baltimore, by number of Google reviews. "Must visit" means 4.6 stars or better from 1,000+ reviews.

Restaurants for this neighborhood are being refreshed. Check back in a day or two.

The most popular coffee near 21221.

The busiest cafes and coffee shops within about a mile and a half of Baltimore, by number of Google reviews. "Must visit" means 4.6 stars or better from 500+ reviews.

Cafes for this neighborhood are being refreshed. Check back in a day or two.

Schools within 5 miles.

Public and private schools from the U.S. Department of Education, closest first.

Elementary

Middle

High

Public / private

56 / 5

Closest schools

Deep Creek Elementary
public · elementary · grades KG–05
0.1 mi
Mars Estates Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
0.4 mi
OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL
private · other
0.9 mi
Stemmers Run Middle
public · middle · grades 06–08
0.9 mi
Sussex Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
1.0 mi
Middleborough Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
1.0 mi
Sandalwood Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
1.0 mi
Deep Creek Middle
public · middle · grades 06–08
1.1 mi
Middlesex Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
1.1 mi
Kenwood High
public · high · grades 09–12
1.3 mi
Essex Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
1.4 mi
Hawthorne Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
1.5 mi

Source: NCES Common Core of Data and Private School Survey.

Weather and air in Baltimore.

Air quality

51 AQI

Moderate

Current reading

PM2.5

8.3 µg/m³

Under the EPA standard

EPA annual standard: 9 µg/m³

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Weather and air quality from Open-Meteo.

Who lives in 21221.

U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-year estimates.

Population

43,822

City size

Median age

41.4

Older population

U.S. average 38.9

Household income

$68,140

Middle incomes

U.S. average $74,580

Home value

$245,900

Established market

U.S. average $281,900

Rent

$1,210/mo

City-level rents

U.S. average $1,402/mo

Own their home

59.7%

Mostly homeowners

U.S. average 64.7%

Bachelor's or higher

17.8%

Varied backgrounds

U.S. average 35.4%

Commute

30.1 min

Typical commute

U.S. average 26.4 min

How Baltimore County voted

Presidential elections, share of all votes cast in the county.

2024Latest
Harris
60.5%
Trump
36.2%
Other
3.2%
Nationwide: Harris 48.3%, Trump 49.8%
2020
Biden
62.3%
Trump
35.2%
Other
2.5%
Nationwide: Biden 51.3%, Trump 46.8%
2016
Clinton
55.9%
Trump
38.3%
Other
5.8%
Nationwide: Clinton 48.2%, Trump 46.1%

Source: MIT Election Data and Science Lab, County Presidential Election Returns 2000-2024. County-wide results, not this ZIP alone.

Moving to Baltimore 21221: what to know.

Townhouse and HOA communities often limit where a moving truck can park, and for how long. Check your HOA rules for both homes before moving day.
Apartment and condo buildings usually ask for a certificate of insurance and a reserved freight elevator or loading dock time. Ask your building early, for both the old place and the new one.
The Beltway, I-270 and I-95 make moving-day timing hard to predict. With a flat rate, traffic costs you time, not money.

Local moves in 21221 start at $240 for a 1-bedroom apartment and $780 for a 2-bedroom house. One flat rate, no deposit.

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Straight answers about 21221, from the same public data as the report above.

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21221 scores 12.2 out of 20 on the EPA National Walkability Index (above average walkable). There are no supermarkets within a mile of the center of the ZIP, so most people drive to shop.