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ZIP Code
Columbia

21045

  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • ZIP Code in Maryland
A+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Public Schools
    A
  2. Crime & Safety
    NG
  3. Housing
    B+
  4. Nightlife
    A
  5. Good for Families
    A+
  6. Diversity
    A+
  7. Jobs
    A-
  8. Weather
    B
  9. Cost of Living
    B-
  10. Health & Fitness
    A+
  11. Outdoor Activities
    A-
  12. Commute
    A-
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Population
39,730

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$340,000
National
$184,700
Median Rent
$1,494
National
$949
Area Feel
Suburban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    28%
  • Own
    72%
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21045 Rankings

Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

Residents

Diversity
A+
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$99,431
National
$55,322
Children
20%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    26%
    12%
  • Bachelor's degree
    31%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    23%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    14%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    6%
    13%
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools