Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in ZCTA5 21218, Maryland?
ZIP code · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 21218, Maryland (ZIP 21218) is $1,264/month (±$63), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $242,500 (±$8,013), and the median household income is $62,488/year. The unemployment rate in Baltimore city, Maryland was 5.5% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for ZIP 21218
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,264 |
| Median Home Value | $242,500 |
| Median Household Income | $62,488 |
| Total Housing Units | 18,703 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 9,703 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 52% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 2,564 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 5.5% |
How does ZIP 21218 compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all ZIP codes in Maryland.
Higher rent than 26% of ZIP codes in Maryland · 253th of 339
| # | ZIP code | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZCTA5 20854 | $3,501 |
| 1 | ZCTA5 21029 | $3,501 |
| 1 | ZCTA5 20733 | $3,501 |
| … 249 more … | ||
| 253 | ZCTA5 21218(you are here) | $1,264 |
| … 83 more … | ||
| 337 | ZCTA5 21536 | $664 |
| 338 | ZCTA5 21531 | $575 |
| 339 | ZCTA5 21562 | $547 |
Geography
ZIP 21218 is in Baltimore city County, Maryland.
It covers part of Baltimore city, Maryland.
More data for ZCTA5 21218
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in ZCTA5 21218, Maryland?
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 21218, Maryland (ZIP 21218) is $1,264/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 21218, Maryland?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 21218, Maryland is not available based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in ZCTA5 21218, Maryland?
The median home value in ZCTA5 21218, Maryland (ZIP 21218) is $242,500 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in ZCTA5 21218 are rent-burdened?
In ZCTA5 21218, Maryland, 2,564 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in ZCTA5 21218, Maryland?
The median household income in ZCTA5 21218, Maryland is $62,488/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,264 has a margin of error of ±$63. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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