| City: | Baltimore, Maryland |
| Names to Avoid: | Morgan State University |
| County: | Baltimore City County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 10:00:00 PM |
| Population: | 277 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 410 / 443 |
| Classification: | Unique [Company/Government] |
| Coordinates: | 39.3464, -76.5832 |
| Land Area: | 0.118 sq mi |
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Morgan State University operates under dedicated ZIP code 21251 from its historic campus in Northeast Baltimore. Founded in 1867 as the Centenary Biblical Institute by the Methodist Episcopal Church and formerly enslaved clergymen, the institution was renamed Morgan College in 1890 to honor board chairman Lyttleton Morgan. The school became a public institution in 1939 when Maryland purchased it to expand higher education opportunities, and it achieved university status in 1975. Today Morgan State stands as the third-largest historically Black university (HBCU) in the nation. This postal designation has served the campus for over two decades.
The 2020 Census recorded 277 residents within this 0.04-square-mile ZIP, all living in group quarters such as dormitories, with a median age of 20.8 years. Morgan State has produced over 100 Fulbright scholars, more than any other HBCU. Postal records confirm delivery points on Cold Spring Lane. Baltimore serves as the valid mailing city.
| Population: | 277 |
| Median Age: | 20.8 |
| Housing Units: | 0 |
| Establishments: | 14 |
| Employment: | 125 |
| Residential: | 0 |
| Business: | 1 |
Buildings registered in the USPS ZIP+4 database with designated codes for direct mail delivery.
ZIP Code 21251 has 277 residents and 0 households. The median age is 20.8 years, significantly younger than the state (38.8) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 66.4% male and 33.6% female, which is much higher than the state male share (48.2%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are Asian (46.6%, much higher than the state average of 6.8% and well above the national average of 6.0%) and White (34.7%, much lower than the state average of 48.7% and well below the national average of 61.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 5.4%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and Asian share is much higher than both the state (6.8%) and national averages (6.0%).
Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 277Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 191Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 2,347.5 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 0Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 0.00Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 0.00Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 834 | 801 | 769 | 820 | 867 | 899 | 881 | 933 | 965 | 1,652 | 354 | 319 | 249 | 191 |
| Decennial Census | 934 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 277 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 20.8
Male Median Age: 20.8
Female Median Age: 20.7
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 0 | 0 | 0 | 51 | 125 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Female | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 66 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 | 76 | 191 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White: | 96 | 35.29% |
| Black: | 24 | 8.82% |
| Hispanic:* | 15 | 5.51% |
| Asian: | 129 | 47.43% |
| American Indian: | 1 | 0.37% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 7 | 2.57% |
| Total: | 272 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 184 | 66.43% | 20.8 years |
| Females: | 93 | 33.57% | 20.7 years |
| Total: | 277 | 100% | 20.8 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 177 | 92.67% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 3 | 1.57% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 11 | 7.33% |
| Total Population: | 191 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 177 | 92.67% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 14 | 7.33% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is far less than the state median ($101,652), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($68,044), with a current gap of $0 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 46.1%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (67.2%). The unemployment rate is 6.8%, which is markedly higher than the state rate (4.9%). The largest occupation group is Service (46.3%).
Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $8,125 | $6,731 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $4,205 | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,125 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 82 | 42.93% |
| Unemployed: | 6 | 3.14% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 103 | 53.93% |
| Total: | 191 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 12 | 14.63% |
| Service: | 38 | 46.34% |
| Sales and Office: | 25 | 30.49% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 4 | 4.88% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 3 | 3.66% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 82 | 100% |
In 2024, 50.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 7.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 19.40%, which is falls below the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is -666,666,666.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.70%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (100.00%). College enrollment is 100.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.
Explore More: Educational Attainment Health Insurance Poverty Over Time School Enrollment
| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 3 | 25.00% |
| Some college, no degree: | 3 | 25.00% |
| Associate's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 6 | 50.00% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 12 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 12 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 6 | 50.00% |
| Private Insurance: | 149 | 74.50% |
| Public Insurance: | 37 | 18.50% |
| No Insurance: | 14 | 7.00% |
| Total: | 200 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 186 | 93.00% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 186 | 100.00% |
| Total: | 186 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0.00% |
ZIP Code 21251 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 14 business establishments, employing about 202 people with an annual payroll of $7,036,000. USPS data shows 0 residential mailboxes and 1 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 1Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 1Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 14Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $1,645,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $7,036,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 202Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 21251 is located in Baltimore City County, Maryland, within the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 12580) and Maryland's 7th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 2,710,489 people, about 0.01% of whom live in ZIP Code 21251. It covers 0.118 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MDSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 12580Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 2,710,489Source: Census |
| MSA: | Washington-Baltimore, DC-MD-VA-WV CMSASource: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.118 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 07Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 488.03 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Baltimore, MD PMSASource: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 2404000Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Baltimore city; MarylandSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 21251 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.