Crofton ZIP Codes — Anne Arundel County, MD

There is one unique ZIP code in Crofton, Maryland and it is 21114. Area code: 410/443/667.
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Crofton, MD ZIP code map

About Crofton, MD

Crofton, Maryland, is a charming suburban community located in Anne Arundel County. It is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and well-planned neighborhoods. As part of the broader Washington metropolitan area, Crofton offers residents a unique blend of suburban living with access to urban amenities.

Location & geography

Crofton is situated approximately 25 miles east of Washington, D.C., and about 20 miles south of Baltimore. The community covers a land area of 5.78 square miles and has no significant water areas, with a landscape that features well-maintained parks and residential properties. Nearby cities include Gambrills, which is about 3 miles away, Bowie at around 8 miles, and Annapolis, the state capital, situated approximately 12 miles to the southeast.

Community & economy

The character of Crofton is defined by its strong sense of community and active civic engagement among residents. The local economy is supported by various industries, including retail, education, and healthcare, which provide jobs for many residents. Daily life in Crofton is complemented by community events, recreational facilities, and local restaurants that foster a vibrant social scene.

Transportation

Crofton is accessible via major highways, including the Maryland Route 3 and the Baltimore-Washington Parkway (I-295). The nearest major airport is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, located about 14 miles to the north. Public transit options include bus services that connect Crofton to nearby cities and commuter rail lines.

History

Crofton was established in the early 1960s as a planned community, providing housing for military personnel and their families during the Cold War. Key industries have traditionally focused on retail and service sectors, with significant development in the residential housing market. Notable events that have shaped Crofton's growth include the construction of its well-known shopping centers and the expansion of local infrastructure.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Crofton is that it was originally designed as a bedroom community for military families connected to nearby installations. Additionally, Crofton is home to several parks, which offer a variety of outdoor activities to residents and visitors alike.

ZIP codes for Crofton, MD (1)
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Demographics & statistics

25,126
Population
36.7
Median age
$132,829
Median household income
$58,030
Per capita income
$458,200
Median home value
$1,972
Median monthly rent
80.3%
Home ownership
2.9%
Poverty rate
3.1%
Unemployment
7,797
Housing units
58.4%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
919
Under 5
928
915
5–9
924
1,273
10–14
1,285
690
15–19
696
510
20–24
514
1,680
25–34
1,695
1,949
35–44
1,967
1,715
45–54
1,730
776
55–59
784
621
60–64
626
1,080
65–74
1,089
323
75–84
325
56
85+
56
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Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 187,22828.8%
18 and over17,89871.2%
65 and over2,92911.7%
Median age36.7 years

Race & ethnicity

White 65.1%
Black or African American 14%
Two or more races 7.5%
Asian 7.1%
Hispanic or Latino 4.7%
Other race 1.6%
GroupCount%
White17,17165.1%
Black or African American3,68814%
Two or more races1,9887.5%
Asian1,8707.1%
Hispanic or Latino1,2334.7%
Other race4091.6%

Household income

Under $10k 2.5%
$10k–$15k 1.5%
$15k–$25k 2.0%
$25k–$35k 2.6%
$35k–$50k 2.8%
$50k–$75k 13.0%
$75k–$100k 10.1%
$100k–$150k 22.4%
$150k–$200k 16.8%
$200k+ 26.3%
Range% of households
Under $10k2.5%
$10k–$15k1.5%
$15k–$25k2.0%
$25k–$35k2.6%
$35k–$50k2.8%
$50k–$75k13.0%
$75k–$100k10.1%
$100k–$150k22.4%
$150k–$200k16.8%
$200k+26.3%
Median income$132,829

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 1.3%
$100k–$150k 0.3%
$150k–$200k 1.1%
$200k–$300k 13.1%
$300k–$500k 39.4%
$500k–$1M 42.4%
$1M+ 2.3%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$458,200
Median rent / month$1,972
Owner occupied80.3%
Renter occupied19.7%
Vacant3.8%
Single-family detached43.1%
Large apartment buildings3.6%
Mobile homes0.0%
Median rooms6.9
Avg household size (owned)2.71

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.3%
2010–20194.3%
2000–20093.9%
1990–199933.6%
1980–198912.7%
1970–197930.6%
1960–196913.3%
1950–19590.9%
1940–19490.3%
1939 or earlier0.1%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.7%
1 bedroom3.2%
2 bedrooms20.7%
3 bedrooms35.5%
4 bedrooms31.9%
5+ bedrooms8.1%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle2.9%
1 vehicle30.9%
2 vehicles45.8%
3 or more20.4%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas45.3%
Electricity50.3%
Propane / LP gas1.5%
Fuel oil1.7%
Wood0.1%
Solar0.3%
No fuel used0.3%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family4,99053.9%
Cohabiting couple3333.6%
Male householder, no spouse1,46015.8%
Female householder, no spouse2,47126.7%
Households with children under 183,71340.1%
Households with seniors (65+)2,16023.3%
Average household size2.69

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married32.1%26.3%
Married58.2%52.7%
Separated1.0%2.2%
Widowed1.6%5.6%
Divorced7.1%13.2%

Education

Less than 9th grade 1.3%
Some HS, no diploma 1.7%
HS graduate 12.7%
Some college, no degree 16.9%
Associate's degree 9.0%
Bachelor's degree 33.7%
Graduate / professional 24.7%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher97.0%
Bachelor's or higher58.4%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool79110.1%
Kindergarten4105.3%
Elementary school3,53245.3%
High school1,36817.5%
College / grad school1,69621.8%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 23.3%
Professional & management 19.6%
Public administration 14.7%
Arts, food & hospitality 8.7%
Retail trade 8.1%
Construction 5.1%
Finance & real estate 4.8%
Manufacturing 3.7%
Other services 3.7%
Transportation & utilities 3.5%
Information 3.1%
Wholesale trade 1.8%
Agriculture & mining 0.1%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts60.5%
Service11.2%
Sales & office18.5%
Natural resources & construction3.0%
Production & transportation6.8%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector69.6%
Government26.3%
Self-employed3.9%
Unpaid family workers0.2%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone76.2%
Carpool4.8%
Public transit2.0%
Walk0.8%
Other means1.2%
Avg commute (minutes)34.6

Poverty

All people 2.9%
Under 18 years 2.4%
18 and over 3.1%
Married-couple families 1.3%
Female-led households 5.9%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security17.8%
Retirement income23.9%
Supplemental Security1.6%
Cash public assistance1.5%
Food stamps / SNAP2.8%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure26.7%
High cholesterol29.0%
Heart disease3.8%
Stroke1.7%
Asthma8.5%
Arthritis18.8%
Kidney disease1.8%
Pulmonary disease3.5%
Cancer5.4%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking18.2%
No physical activity14.8%
Less than 7 hrs sleep31.6%
Fair or poor health7.3%
Poor mental health12.6%
Poor physical health6.3%
No health insurance7.1%
Visited doctor (checkup)74.1%
Visited dentist75.6%
Cholesterol screening93.0%
Teeth loss5.6%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans1,74810.0%
Disability%
Any disability6.5%
Under 181.2%
18–64 years5.4%
65 and over25.9%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance91.9%
Public insurance18.2%
Uninsured under 191.2%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only23,27992.6%
Spanish7833.4%
Other Indo-European990.4%
Asian & Pacific Islander2751.2%
Other languages2751.2%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)22,26488.6%
Born in same state21,75986.6%
Born in different state10,77442.9%
Foreign born5052.0%
Naturalized citizen2,86211.4%
Not a US citizen1,68258.8%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Italian4,20216.7%
French3,38813.5%
Arab9984%
English2681.1%
Polish2461%
AncestryCount%
Dutch2020.8%
Irish1680.7%
Norwegian1040.4%
German750.3%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access36.8%
Internet access98.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

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