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ZIP 21502

Pop. 41,015·Allegany County·140th most expensive ZIP in Maryland
Median rent (all units)
$1,056/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-6.6%
vs US Median
-$909
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 21502 · $1,056
More affordable than 96% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$720
1 BR
$850
2 BR
$1,010
3 BR
$1,380
4 BR+
$1,510
Research median
$1,010/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
$12,672/yr
At $1,056/mo median
Location
StateMD
CountyAllegany County
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Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -6.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 21502 (Cumberland, MD) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
41,015
Median income
$60,725
Median age
42.8
Renters
28%
Age distribution
17.3%
22%
25.4%
13.3%
21.9%
Under 1817.3%
18–3422%
35–5425.4%
55–6413.3%
65+21.9%
Gender
55.5%
44.5%
Male55.5%
Female44.5%
Race & ethnicity
82.9%
White82.9%
Black9.2%
Hispanic2.4%
Asian0.9%
Other4.6%
Education (25+)
40%
29.4%
19.9%
No HS diploma10.7%
HS diploma40%
Some college29.4%
Bachelor's+19.9%
Housing tenure
72%
28%
Owner72%
Renter28%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 21502 in Cumberland, MD has changed in 5 years

Income
$53,122 → $60,725
up 14.3%
Population
42,049 → 41,015
down 2.5%
Renter share
32.4% → 28%
-4.4 pts
Bachelor's+
20.2% → 19.9%
-0.3 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 21502 in Cumberland, MD now reports about $60,725, up from $53,122 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 42,049 to 41,015 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.5% change. About 28% of households rent today, against 32.4% in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 21502 covers Cumberland, MD. The median rent here is $1,056/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $850/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,010/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($60,725/yr), ZIP 21502 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 21502?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 21502 (Cumberland, MD) is $1,056. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 21502 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 21502's median rent of $1,056/mo is $909 (46%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 21502 compare to other ZIPs in Maryland?

ZIP 21502 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Maryland, ranking #140 out of 140 ZIPs at $1,056/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 21502?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $42,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,056/mo in ZIP 21502. The local median household income is $60,725/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 21502?

Rent in ZIP 21502 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 21502 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 21502 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,056/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($60,725/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 21502 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 21502 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28% of ZIP 21502 households are renters, while 72% are owner-occupied. ZIP 21502 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 21502 compare to the rest of Cumberland?

ZIP 21502 sits right at the Cumberland citywide median of $1,056/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 21502 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 21502 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,056/mo, rent takes ~21% of ZIP 21502's median household income ($60,725/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 21502 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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