21226 scores 9.5 out of 20 on the EPA National Walkability Index (below 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 21226?

The closest Metro station to the center of 21226 is Greenbelt, about 22.9 miles away in a straight line.

How much does it cost to live in 21226?

In 21226, median rent is $1,319 a month and the median home value is $272,300, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2022 5-year estimates.

How much crime is reported in 21226?

Police reported 395 incidents in the covered part of 21226 between 2025-10-21 and 2026-10-20: 57 violent and 162 property crimes. The Safety tab maps where they happened.

How much does it cost to move to Baltimore, MD 21226?

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 21226

Much of 21226 is working waterfront: Curtis Bay, Hawkins Point and the industrial land along Curtis Creek, including the Coast Guard Yard. Homes are limited to small pockets of older rowhouses and single-family houses near Pennington Avenue and in the Anne Arundel side of the ZIP. I-695 and I-895 both pass close by, so trucks and cars reach the rest of the region quickly.

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Baltimore, MD 21226 at a glance.

ZIP 21226, Baltimore city. Tap a card for the details.

Safety395incidentsreported in part of this ZIP in a yearSee the map
Walkability9.5Below 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
Schools43schoolswithin 5 miles · 37 public, 6 privateSee the list
Climate & AirComing soonSee the weather
People5,902residentsmedian household income $71,500See the data

Reported crime around 21226.

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

395 incidents in part of 21226, 2025-10-21 to 2026-10-20

Violent
Property
Other

Showing 78 incidents.

Source: Baltimore Police Department · covers about 62% of the ZIP; the rest is policed by departments that don't publish incident locations

Violent crimes

last 12 months, covered part of this ZIP

Property crimes

162

last 12 months, covered part of this ZIP

All reported

395

2025-10-21 to 2026-10-20

Same police data as the map. Violent and property follow the FBI's categories (simple assault, vandalism and fraud count as other). U.S. rates: FBI, Crime in the Nation 2023. ZIPs with shops or offices count incidents against residents only, so their rates read higher.

Life without a car around 21226.

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

0 grocery stores and 0 Metro stations within 2 miles of 21226

Grocery store
Metro station

Nearest grocery stores

No supermarkets within 2 miles.

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 21226. Store icons are each chain's own website icon. Updated 2026-10-26.

Grocery stores within 1 mile

You'll likely drive to shop

None within 2 miles

Nearest Metro station

22.9 mi

A short drive or bus ride

Greenbelt

EPA Walkability Index

9.5 / 20

Below average walkable

Average of 2 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 21226.

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 21226.

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

37 / 6

Closest schools

Curtis Bay Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
2.1 mi
Bay-Brook Elementary/Middle
public · middle · grades PK–08
2.3 mi
Benjamin Franklin High School at Masonville Cove
public · high · grades 09–12
2.4 mi
Monarch Academy
public charter · middle · grades KG–08
2.5 mi
Solley Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
2.5 mi
Park Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
2.8 mi
Maree Garnett Farring Elementary/Middle
public · middle · grades PK–08
3.1 mi
Point Pleasant Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
3.2 mi
Brooklyn Park Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
3.2 mi
Brooklyn Park Middle
public · middle · grades 06–08
3.2 mi
Belle Grove Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
3.5 mi
North Glen Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
3.7 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 21226.

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

Population

5,902

Small-town feel

Median age

36.4

A mix of ages

U.S. average 38.9

Household income

$71,500

Middle incomes

U.S. average $74,580

Home value

$272,300

Established market

U.S. average $281,900

Rent

$1,319/mo

City-level rents

U.S. average $1,402/mo

Own their home

64.7%

Mostly homeowners

U.S. average 64.7%

Bachelor's or higher

29.5%

Mixed backgrounds

U.S. average 35.4%

Commute

32 min

Typical commute

U.S. average 26.4 min

How Baltimore city voted

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

2024Latest
Harris
84.6%
Trump
12.1%
Other
3.3%
Nationwide: Harris 48.3%, Trump 49.8%
2020
Biden
87.3%
Trump
10.7%
Other
2.0%
Nationwide: Biden 51.3%, Trump 46.8%
2016
Clinton
84.7%
Trump
10.5%
Other
4.8%
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 21226: what to know.

Baltimore rowhouse blocks are narrow, and curb space goes fast. Plan where the truck will stop, and ask neighbors to leave room on moving day if your block allows it.
Rowhouse stairs are steep and turns are tight, so big pieces sometimes come apart to fit. Tell us what's going up or down when you book.
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.

Local moves in 21226 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 21226, from the same public data as the report above.

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21226 scores 9.5 out of 20 on the EPA National Walkability Index (below average walkable). There are no supermarkets within a mile of the center of the ZIP, so most people drive to shop.