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ZIP 21921

Part of Elkton, MD
Pop. 45,527·Cecil County·80th most expensive ZIP in Maryland
Median rent (all units)
$1,903/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.0%
Month-over-Month
-0.5%
vs US Median
-$62
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 21921 · $1,903
More expensive than 55% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,400
1 BR
$1,530
2 BR
$1,820
3 BR
$2,180
4 BR+
$2,440
Research median
$1,820/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
$22,836/yr
At $1,903/mo median
Location
CityElkton
StateMD
CountyCecil County
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Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 21921 (Elkton, MD) is majority owner-occupied, 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
45,527
Median income
$85,775
Median age
39.4
Renters
30.2%
Age distribution
22.9%
21.9%
24%
14.5%
16.8%
Under 1822.9%
18–3421.9%
35–5424%
55–6414.5%
65+16.8%
Gender
49.1%
50.9%
Male49.1%
Female50.9%
Race & ethnicity
76.5%
White76.5%
Black9.9%
Hispanic6.7%
Asian1.4%
Other5.4%
Education (25+)
36.2%
27.1%
28.8%
No HS diploma7.9%
HS diploma36.2%
Some college27.1%
Bachelor's+28.8%
Housing tenure
69.8%
30.2%
Owner69.8%
Renter30.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 21921 in Elkton, MD has changed in 5 years

Income
$76,214 → $85,775
up 12.5%
Population
44,793 → 45,527
up 1.6%
Renter share
30.1% → 30.2%
+0.1 pts
Bachelor's+
26.1% → 28.8%
+2.7 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $76,214 in 2021 to $85,775 more recently. Census counts show ZIP 21921 in Elkton, MD adding about 734 residents over the five-year window, up 1.6% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 26.1% to 28.8% across the same window.

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About renting in ZIP 21921

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 21921 covers Elkton, MD. The median rent here is $1,903/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,530/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,820/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($85,775/yr), ZIP 21921 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 21921?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 21921 (Elkton, MD) is $1,903. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 21921 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 21921's median rent of $1,903/mo is $62 (3%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 21921 compare to other ZIPs in Maryland?

ZIP 21921 falls in the middle range for Maryland, ranking #80 out of 140 ZIPs at $1,903/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 21921?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,903/mo in ZIP 21921. The local median household income is $85,775/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 21921?

Rent in ZIP 21921 has increased 5.0% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 21921 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 21921 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,903/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($85,775/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 21921 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 21921 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.2% of ZIP 21921 households are renters, while 69.8% are owner-occupied. ZIP 21921 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 21921 compare to the rest of Elkton?

ZIP 21921 sits right at the Elkton citywide median of $1,903/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 21921 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 21921 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,903/mo, rent takes ~27% of ZIP 21921's median household income ($85,775/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 21921 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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