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ZIP 21075

Part of Elkridge, MD
Pop. 37,363·Howard County·27th most expensive ZIP in Maryland
Median rent (all units)
$2,429/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.5%
Month-over-Month
+0.8%
vs US Median
+$464
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ZIP 21075 · $2,429
More expensive than 77% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,750
1 BR
$1,940
2 BR
$2,390
3 BR
$3,030
4 BR+
$3,360
Research median
$2,390/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$29,148/yr
At $2,429/mo median
Location
StateMD
CountyHoward County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 10.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.5% YoY, +0.8% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 21075 (Elkridge, MD) is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 59.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
37,363
Median income
$135,303
Median age
34.1
Renters
35.9%
Age distribution
27.6%
25.1%
28%
Under 1827.6%
18–3425.1%
35–5428%
55–6411%
65+8.3%
Gender
49.4%
50.6%
Male49.4%
Female50.6%
Race & ethnicity
39.3%
24.4%
21.9%
White39.3%
Black24.4%
Hispanic10.7%
Asian21.9%
Other3.7%
Education (25+)
13.9%
20.8%
59.9%
No HS diploma5.4%
HS diploma13.9%
Some college20.8%
Bachelor's+59.9%
Housing tenure
64.1%
35.9%
Owner64.1%
Renter35.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 21075 in Elkridge, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,880 → $2,429
up 29.2%
Income
$117,565 → $135,303
up 15.1%
Population
35,516 → 37,363
up 5.2%
Renter share
34.1% → 35.9%
+1.8 pts
Bachelor's+
54.3% → 59.9%
+5.6 pts

The median rent in ZIP 21075 in Elkridge, MD stood at $1,880 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,429, reflecting a 29.2% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $117,565 in 2021 to $135,303 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 5.2% since 2021, moving from about 35,516 residents to roughly 37,363. Renters now make up 35.9% of households, compared with 34.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 59.9% of adults here, versus 54.3% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the ZIP 21075 in Elkridge, MD market of 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 21075 covers Elkridge, MD. The median rent here is $2,429/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,940/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,390/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($135,303/yr), ZIP 21075 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.5% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 21075?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 21075 (Elkridge, MD) is $2,429. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 21075 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 21075's median rent of $2,429/mo is $464 (24%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 21075 compare to other ZIPs in Maryland?

ZIP 21075 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Maryland, ranking #27 out of 140 ZIPs tracked at $2,429/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 21075?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $97,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,429/mo in ZIP 21075. The local median household income is $135,303/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 21075?

Rent in ZIP 21075 has increased 10.5% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 21075 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 21075 is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,429/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($135,303/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 21075 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 21075 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.9% of ZIP 21075 households are renters, while 64.1% are owner-occupied. ZIP 21075 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 21075 compare to the rest of Elkridge?

ZIP 21075 is more affordable than Elkridge overall. At $2,429/mo, it's $3 below the Elkridge citywide median of $2,432/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 21075 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 21075 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
22%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,429/mo, rent takes ~22% of ZIP 21075's median household income ($135,303/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 21075 22%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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