21046 ZIP Code
Columbia, Maryland
December 15, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 21046 |
| City/Town: | Columbia |
| County: | Howard |
| State: | Maryland |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 15,894 |
| Median Household Income: | $125,280 |
| Per Capita Income: | $69,607 |
| Total Housing Units: | 6,442 |
| Median Home Value: | $436,400 |
| Land Area: | 7.8 sq miles
20.2 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.1 sq miles
0.1 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 39.1741, -76.8354 |
Population Information (21046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 15,894 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 7,560 | 47.6% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 8,334 | 52.4% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 37.7 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,152 | 7.2% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 666 | 4.2% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 848 | 5.3% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,129 | 7.1% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,526 | 9.6% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 2,004 | 12.6% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 2,615 | 16.5% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,997 | 12.6% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,192 | 7.5% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 822 | 5.2% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,446 | 9.1% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 369 | 2.3% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 128 | 0.8% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (21046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $436,400 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.4 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $2,047 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 6,442 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 6,233 | 96.8% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 209 | 3.2% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 3,577 | 57.4% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 2,656 | 42.6% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (21046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 10,573 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 108 | 1.0% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 64 | 0.6% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 1,305 | 12.3% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,791 | 16.9% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 898 | 8.5% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 3,235 | 30.6% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 3,172 | 30.0% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 98.4% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 60.6% | 34.3% |
Income Information (21046 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $125,280 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $148,372 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $131,926 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $69,607 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (21046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 9,395 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 8,989 | 96.9% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 283 | 3.1% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 3,442 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 6,438 | 71.6% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 2,199 | 24.5% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 352 | 3.9% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (21046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 8,621 | 54.2% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 5,031 | 31.7% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 6 | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 1,106 | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 30 | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 145 | 0.9% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 955 | 6.0% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 622 | 3.9% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 1,049 | 6.6% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 104 | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 66 | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 124 | 0.8% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 755 | 4.8% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (21046 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 122 | 2.0% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 101 | 1.6% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 211 | 3.4% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 91 | 1.5% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 241 | 3.9% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 500 | 8.0% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 646 | 10.4% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,797 | 28.8% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,152 | 18.5% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 1,372 | 22.0% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (21046 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 6,496 | 72.3% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 558 | 6.2% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 155 | 1.7% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 103 | 1.1% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 178 | 2.0% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,329 | 14.8% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 27.1 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (21046 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 3 | 0.0% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 387 | 4.3% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 571 | 6.4% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 209 | 2.3% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 724 | 8.1% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 231 | 2.6% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 297 | 3.3% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 365 | 4.1% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 1,829 | 20.3% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 2,354 | 26.2% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 609 | 6.8% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 380 | 4.2% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 1,030 | 11.5% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (21046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 6.8% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (21046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 15,344 | 96.5% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 12,646 | 79.6% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 4,447 | 28.0% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 427 | 2.7% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (21046 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 5,510 | 88.4% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,255 | 20.1% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,377 | 22.1% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 232 | 3.7% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 100 | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 327 | 5.2% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (21046 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 2,314 | 35.9% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 1,714 | 26.6% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 0 | 0.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 159 | 2.5% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 456 | 7.1% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 1,413 | 21.9% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 386 | 6.0% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (21046 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 12 | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 218 | 3.4% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 344 | 5.3% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 816 | 12.7% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 3,259 | 50.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,176 | 18.3% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 370 | 5.7% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 211 | 3.3% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 9 | 0.1% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 27 | 0.4% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (21046 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 22 | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 760 | 11.8% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,781 | 27.6% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 1,928 | 29.9% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,640 | 25.5% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 311 | 4.8% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (21046 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 1,288 | 20.7% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 24 | 0.4% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 4,675 | 75.0% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 175 | 2.8% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 47 | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 24 | 0.4% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (21046 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 245 | 3.9% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 1,902 | 30.5% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 2,949 | 47.3% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,137 | 18.2% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (21046 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 51 | 1.4% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 5 | 0.1% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 0 | 0.0% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 46 | 1.3% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 418 | 11.7% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 1,839 | 51.4% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 1,218 | 34.1% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (21046 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,480 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $832 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $2,047 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.60 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.46 | 2.38 |
Households (21046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 6,233 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 3,067 | 49.2% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,370 | 22.0% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 936 | 15.0% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,767 | 28.3% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 2,183 | 35.0% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,355 | 21.7% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.54 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.96 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (21046 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 6,415 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,396 | 37.3% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 3,244 | 50.6% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 68 | 1.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 669 | 10.4% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 2,663 | 41.5% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (21046 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 3,645 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 267 | 7.3% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 159 | 4.4% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,231 | 33.8% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 889 | 24.4% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,099 | 30.2% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (21046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 12,378 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 803 | 6.5% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 15,771 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,145 | 7.3% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 173 | 15.1% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 583 | 50.9% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 389 | 34.0% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (21046 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 13,598 | 85.6% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 2,128 | 13.4% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 656 | 30.8% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,392 | 65.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 719 | 33.8% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 80 | 3.8% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (21046 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 13,486 | 84.8% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 172 | 1.1% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 2,408 | 1400.0% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 2,408 | 1400.0% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 2,408 | 1400.0% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 211 | 122.7% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 713 | 414.5% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 19 | 11.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 519 | 301.7% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 6 | 3.5% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (21046 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 14,742 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 11,781 | 79.9% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 2,961 | 20.1% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 741 | 5.0% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 811 | 5.5% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 706 | 4.8% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 703 | 4.8% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (21046 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 6,233 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 6,155 | 98.7% | 89.4% |
Columbia, MD21046