ZIP Code 21912 in Warwick, MD

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Warwick, Maryland
County:Cecil County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:10:03:39 PM
Population:1,312 [See All]
Area Codes:410 / 667
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:39.4311, -75.8229
Land Area:33.871 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 21912 has 1,312 residents and 467 households (average 2.81 persons per household). The median age is 42.9 years, older than the state (38.8) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.5% male and 49.5% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (48.2%). Largest groups are White (78.4%, much higher than the state average of 48.7% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (16.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 16.3%, which is higher than the state average (11.8%).

Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:1,312Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:1,536Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:1,301Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:38.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$69,868Source: Census ACS
Households:467Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$391,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.81Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.89Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,4281,1001,0621,4061,2031,0781,1101,1521,1391,5201,3931,4951,4301,536
Decennial Census1,240------------------1,312--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 42.9

Male Median Age: 44.4

Female Median Age: 41

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male32394953313326294932438043503516157
Female363360484220393746394735524819191614
Total687210910173536566957190115959854353121
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,02872.75%
Black:523.68%
Hispanic:*21415.15%
Asian:90.64%
American Indian:60.42%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:1047.36%
Total:1,413100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:66250.46%44.4 years
Females:65049.54%41.0 years
Total:1,312100%42.9 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,50297.79%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:161.04%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:181.17%
Total Population:1,536100%
Total Native Population:1,51898.83%
Total Foreign-born Population:181.17%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2024, the Median household income is $69,868, which is much lower than the state median ($101,652), is up $18,144 (35.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $15,404. Family households earn a median of $84,311 versus $41,412 for nonfamily households (a difference of $42,899). By gender, male median income is $156,728 and female is $103,163, which is considerably higher than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $53,565 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 45.8%, which is much lower than the state rate (67.2%). The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is far lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (52.7%).

Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$51,724$55,524$75,288$72,316$72,161$70,129$70,882$63,542$54,464$0$71,995$69,732$65,074$69,868
Median Family Income$53,140$61,406$77,617$72,316$71,823$71,099$73,250$70,455$62,596$0$95,952$82,639$0$84,311
Median NonFamily Income$31,786$31,920$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$25,649$0$0$41,190$41,412
Median Male Income$38,750$46,250$45,341$49,338$47,879$50,223$51,929$63,681$54,967$130,000$150,389$162,766$170,104$156,728
Median Female Income$41,563$35,625$34,805$35,625$35,078$24,308$24,038$26,316$26,975$30,789$78,365$95,995$101,505$103,163
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:57944.92%
Unemployed:120.93%
Not In Labor Force:69854.15%
Total:1,289100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:30552.68%
Service:8614.85%
Sales and Office:376.39%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:254.32%
Production, transportation, and material moving:12621.76%
Total Civilian Employed Population:579100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $391,700, which is considerably higher than the national median ($303,400), is up $121,200 (44.81%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $3,800. The median gross rent is $817, which is far less than the state median ($1,662), is down $150 (15.51%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $28. Of occupied housing, owners make up 87.07% (63.37% with a mortgage, 36.63% free-and-clear) and renters 12.93% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 1.14%, which is far lower than the national rate (10.43%).

Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$270,500$262,100$261,000$303,300$288,900$395,800$353,900$379,300$395,500$477,900$450,000$400,800$385,600$391,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:90100.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:00.00%
Total:90100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$967$978$0$0$0$0$0$845$845$846$0$772$0$817
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):38455.17%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):22231.90%
Renter Occupied:9012.93%
Total Occupied Housing Units:696100%

Occupied Housing Units:69698.86%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):81.14%
Total Housing Units:704100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:67696.02%
Multi-Family Units:152.13%
Other Units:131.85%
Total Housing Units:704100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 25.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (42.70%). High school or higher is 99.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 4.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.70%), down 20.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 6.40 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (77.99%). College enrollment is 4.63%, which is markedly below the state rate (28.00%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:131.04%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):42934.24%
Some college, no degree:36228.89%
Associate's degree:13210.53%
Bachelor's degree:14611.65%
Graduate or professional degree:17113.65%
Total:1,253100%
High school or higher:1,24098.96%
Bachelor's degree or higher:31725.30%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:1,04561.11%
Public Insurance:59935.03%
No Insurance:663.86%
Total:1,710100%
Has Health Insurance:1,64496.14%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty20.1%6.0%5.4%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%5.5%6.4%3.5%4.5%3.7%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:197.34%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):20277.99%
High school (grades 9-12):2610.04%
College or graduate school:124.63%
Total:259100%
Early Childhood:197.34%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):22888.03%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 21912 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 16 business establishments, employing about 73 people with an annual payroll of $2,632,000. USPS data shows 463 residential mailboxes and 3 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:463Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:3Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:900Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:463Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:16Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$675,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$2,632,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:73Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 21912 is located in Cecil County, Maryland, within the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 37980) and Maryland's 1st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 5,965,343 people, about 0.02% of whom live in ZIP Code 21912, and is subdivided into the Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ division. It covers 33.871 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.751 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MDSource: Census
CBSA Number:37980Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ (CBSA Div 48864)Source: Census
CBSA Population:5,965,343Source: Census
MSA:Philadelphia-Wilmington-Atlantic City, PA-NJ-DE-MD CMSASource: Census
Land Area:33.871 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.751 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:01Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:3977.06 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Wilmington-Newark, DE-MD PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


21913 | | 21911

Schools in ZIP Code 21912


We could not locate which school district 21912 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.

Cecilton Elementary 251 West Main St
Cecilton, MD 21913
District: Cecil County Public SchoolsNearby
Appoquinimink High School 1080 Bunker Hill Road
Middletown, DE 19709
District: Appoquinimink School DistrictNearby
Mot Charter School 1156 Levels Road
Middletown, DE 19709
District: UnknownNearby
Bunker Hill Elementary School 1070 Bunker Hill Road
Middletown, DE 19709
District: Appoquinimink School DistrictNearby
Chesapeake City Elementary 2801 Augustine Herman Hwy
Chesapeake City, MD 21915
District: Cecil County Public SchoolsNearby
St Annes Episcopal School 211 Silver Lake Rd
Middletown, DE 19709
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Andrew's School 350 Noxontown Rd
Middletown, DE 19709
District: Private SchoolNearby
Maranatha Baptist Church Academy 3141 Old Elk Neck Rd
Elkton, MD 21921
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 21912


All In The Wrist Barber Academy 202 North Dupont Blvd.
Smyrna, DE 19977-1511
Type: Post Secondary
Paul Mitchell The School-Delaware 1420 Pulaski Hwy
Newark, DE 19702
Type: Post Secondary
Academy Of Massage And Bodywork 1218 Pulaski Hwy Ste 324
Bear, DE 19701
Type: Post Secondary
Cecil College One Seahawk Drive
North East, MD 21901-1900
Type: Post Secondary
Hair Academy School Of Barbering & Beauty 160 Pencader Plaza
Newark, DE 19713-2305
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Delaware 104 Hullihen Hall
Newark, DE 19716
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


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.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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