21227 scores 9.9 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 21227?

The closest Metro station to the center of 21227 is Greenbelt, about 19.4 miles away in a straight line.

How much does it cost to live in 21227?

In 21227, median rent is $1,266 a month and the median home value is $259,600, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2022 5-year estimates.

How much does it cost to move to Baltimore, MD 21227?

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 21227

Arbutus, Halethorpe, Lansdowne and Relay share 21227, an older southwest Baltimore County suburb just inside the Beltway. Streets are lined with Cape Cods, brick colonials and Victorian homes in Relay, plus duplexes and garden apartments near Washington Boulevard. The MARC Camden Line stops at Halethorpe and St. Denis, and I-95, I-195 and I-695 all meet nearby.

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Baltimore, MD 21227 at a glance.

ZIP 21227, Baltimore County. Tap a card for the details.

SafetyNo data for this ZIPSee the map
Walkability9.9Below 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
Schools82schoolswithin 5 miles · 60 public, 22 privateSee the list
Climate & AirComing soonSee the weather
People35,052residentsmedian household income $78,626See the data

Reported crime around 21227.

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 21227.

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 21227

Grocery store
Metro station

Nearest grocery stores

Save-A-Lot5101 East Dr, Halethorpe1 mi
Weis Markets1080 Maiden Choice Ln, Baltimore1.6 mi
Walmart3601 Washington Blvd, Arbutus1.9 mi
Giant Food4622 Wilkens Ave, Baltimore1.9 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 21227. 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: Save-A-Lot, 1 mi

Nearest Metro station

19.4 mi

A short drive or bus ride

Greenbelt

EPA Walkability Index

9.9 / 20

Below average walkable

Average of 5 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 21227.

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.

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The most popular coffee near 21227.

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.

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Schools within 5 miles.

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

Elementary

Middle

High

Public / private

60 / 22

Closest schools

Relay Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
0.2 mi
THE LAMB OF GOD SCHOOL
private · elementary
0.8 mi
THE LAMB OF GOD SCHOOL
private · elementary
0.8 mi
Halethorpe Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
1.0 mi
Arbutus Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
1.2 mi
Arbutus Middle
public · middle · grades 06–08
1.3 mi
ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL
private · elementary
1.7 mi
Maiden Choice School
public · high · grades PK–12
1.9 mi
MARYLAND INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
private · other
2.0 mi
CHILDRENS MAGNET MONTESSORI SCHOOL
private · elementary
2.0 mi
Elkridge Elementary
public · elementary · grades PK–05
2.1 mi
SISTERS ACADEMY OF BALTIMORE
private · elementary
2.1 mi

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

Weather and air in Baltimore.

Air quality

58 AQI

Moderate

Current reading

PM2.5

9.7 µg/m³

Over the EPA standard

EPA annual standard: 9 µg/m³

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Weather and air quality from Open-Meteo.

Who lives in 21227.

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

Population

35,052

Suburban

Median age

37.2

A mix of ages

U.S. average 38.9

Household income

$78,626

Middle incomes

U.S. average $74,580

Home value

$259,600

Established market

U.S. average $281,900

Rent

$1,266/mo

City-level rents

U.S. average $1,402/mo

Own their home

66.3%

Mostly homeowners

U.S. average 64.7%

Bachelor's or higher

26.9%

Mixed backgrounds

U.S. average 35.4%

Commute

25.1 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 21227: 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 21227 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 21227, from the same public data as the report above.

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21227 scores 9.9 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.