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ZIP 21215

Pop. 52,229·Baltimore City·135th most expensive ZIP in Maryland
Median rent (all units)
$1,405/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.8%
Month-over-Month
+0.4%
vs US Median
-$560
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ZIP 21215 · $1,405
More affordable than 80% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,270
1 BR
$1,450
2 BR
$1,770
3 BR
$2,280
4 BR+
$2,550
Research median
$1,770/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
$16,860/yr
At $1,405/mo median
Location
StateMD
CountyBaltimore City
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 9.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+9.8% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 21215 (Baltimore, MD) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 26% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
52,229
Median income
$51,587
Median age
41.2
Renters
45.2%
Age distribution
23.4%
19.2%
21.4%
14.8%
21.2%
Under 1823.4%
18–3419.2%
35–5421.4%
55–6414.8%
65+21.2%
Gender
43.7%
56.3%
Male43.7%
Female56.3%
Race & ethnicity
16.8%
73%
White16.8%
Black73%
Hispanic5%
Asian1.6%
Other3.7%
Education (25+)
13.3%
31.2%
29.4%
26%
No HS diploma13.3%
HS diploma31.2%
Some college29.4%
Bachelor's+26%
Housing tenure
54.8%
45.2%
Owner54.8%
Renter45.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 21215 in Baltimore, MD has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,032 → $1,405
up 36.1%
Income
$42,357 → $51,587
up 21.8%
Population
52,550 → 52,229
down 0.6%
Renter share
46.7% → 45.2%
-1.5 pts
Bachelor's+
24% → 26%
+2.0 pts
Median age
44.2 → 41.2
-3.0 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in ZIP 21215 in Baltimore, MD has shifted from $1,032 to $1,405, up 36.1% since 2021. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 21215 in Baltimore, MD now reports about $51,587, up from $42,357 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has eased from 46.7% to 45.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 24% to 26% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 21215 in Baltimore, MD reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 21215 covers Baltimore, MD. The median rent here is $1,405/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,450/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,770/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($51,587/yr), ZIP 21215 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.8% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 21215?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 21215 (Baltimore, MD) is $1,405. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 21215 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 21215's median rent of $1,405/mo is $560 (28%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 21215 compare to other ZIPs in Maryland?

ZIP 21215 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Maryland, ranking #135 out of 140 ZIPs at $1,405/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 21215?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $56,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,405/mo in ZIP 21215. The local median household income is $51,587/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 21215?

Rent in ZIP 21215 has increased 9.8% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 21215 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 21215 is considered moderate for renters. At $1,405/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($51,587/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 21215 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 21215 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.2% of ZIP 21215 households are renters, while 54.8% are owner-occupied. ZIP 21215 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 21215 compare to the rest of Baltimore?

ZIP 21215 is more affordable than Baltimore overall. At $1,405/mo, it's $394 below the Baltimore citywide median of $1,799/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 21215 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 21215 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
33%
MODERATE

At $1,405/mo, rent takes ~33% of ZIP 21215's median household income ($51,587/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 21215 33%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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