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ZIP Code 21733

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Fairplay · Washington County · Maryland

Population
1,163

74/sq mi

Median income
$109,896

▲ 44% vs US

higher than 87% of US ZIPs

Median home value
$291,800

▲ 5% vs US

higher than 65% of US ZIPs

Bachelor's or higher
24.4%

Median age 41.2

Land area
15.7 sq mi

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ZIP code 21733 in Fairplay, Maryland has a population of 1,163. The median household income is $109,896, which is 44% above the national average. Median home value is $291,800, 5% above the US average. 24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

ZIP code 21733 is classified by USPS as a standard delivery area and covers roughly 15.7 square miles in Fairplay, Washington County, Maryland. The area is home to 1,163 residents, producing a population density of 74 people per square mile, and falls within the New York time zone. These USPS and Census boundary values drive every downstream statistic on this page, including the benchmarks that compare 21733 against Maryland and the nation.

On the economic side, the median household income for ZIP 21733 sits at $109,896 (4% below the Maryland average), while per-capita income is $42,309. The poverty rate stands at 3.4% and the unemployment rate at 0.0%. On housing, the median home value is $291,800 (35% below the state average) with median rent at — per month, and 82.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, a direct signal of whether 21733 behaves more like a homeowner neighborhood or a renter-heavy ZIP.

Education and household profile round out the picture: 24.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, the median age is 41.2, and the average commute is —. We also surface 10 nearby ZIP codes within roughly 10 miles and 6 additional ZIPs sharing Washington County, so you can benchmark 21733 against its immediate geography rather than a national average alone. Every figure is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, HUD Fair Market Rents, and FHFA Home Price Index data, no estimates, no proprietary scoring. Verify with HUD →

Top industries in ZIP 21733

Top 5 sectors by establishment count

Which industries have the most business establishments in ZIP 21733.

establishments

What this shows Establishment counts come from the Census ZIP Code Business Patterns program, which counts physical business locations rather than employees or revenue.

Source U.S. Census Bureau · ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) As of 2023

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates + ZIP Code Business Patterns + HUD FMR + FHFA HPI ACS demographics, ZBP business establishments, HUD Fair Market Rents, FHFA HPI for ZIP 21733, Fairplay, MD · 2023 Census ACS 5-Year Estimates use a rolling 60-month sample for stable small-geography estimates; ZBP updated annually; HUD FMR + FHFA HPI updated quarterly/annually.

Quick Facts

1,163

Population

15.7

Area (sq mi)

74

People / sq mi

New York

Time Zone

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ZIP Type

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Who lives in ZIP 21733?

41.2

Median Age

58.4%

Male

41.6%

Female

2.7%

Foreign-Born

White 84.7%
African American 2.7%
Asian 0.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native 0.0%
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 0.0%
Two or More Ethnicities 12.6%
Hispanic or Latino 1.1%

Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity category from the Census Bureau and may overlap with other categories above.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

How much do residents earn?

$109,896

Median Household Income

-4% vs state

$42,309

Per Capita Income

3.4%

Poverty Rate

0.0%

Unemployment Rate

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

What is the education profile here?

High School Graduate or Higher 66.4%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

What does housing look like?

480

Total Housing Units

471

Occupied Units

9

Vacant Units

2.68

Avg Household Size

Occupancy Type

Owner 82.6%
Renter 17.4%

$291,800

Median Home Value

-35% vs state

1973

Median Year Built

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

How have home values changed over time?

FHFA House Price Index, annual appreciation data based on repeat sales and appraisals

+7.3%

YoY Change (2022)

221

HPI Index (2000 = 100)

+121%

Total Change Since 2000

Home values in ZIP 21733 have increased 7.3% over the past year (2022). Since 2000, this ZIP has seen +121% cumulative appreciation.

Year Annual Change HPI Index
2018 -0.2% 170
2019 +0.7% 171
2020 +4.3% 178
2021 +15.3% 206
2022 +7.3% 221

Source: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index, All-Transactions, Five-Digit ZIP Codes (Developmental Index). Index base = 100 in year 2000. Data through 2022. ZIP codes with few transactions may show missing values.

What businesses operate in this ZIP?

Census Bureau data shows 14 business establishments in ZIP 21733, employing approximately 72 people with a combined annual payroll of $3,159,000.

14

Businesses

72

Employees

$3.2M

Annual Payroll

3

Industry Sectors

Industry Establishments % of Total
Construction 4 28.6%
Retail trade 4 28.6%
Other services (except public administration) 3 21.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP), 2023. Employment figures may include noise for disclosure avoidance.

Nearby ZIP Codes

Want a side-by-side? Compare 21733 vs 21781 →

ZIP Code City Population Distance
21781 Saint James, MD 136 1.5 mi
21746 Hagerstown, MD 1,883 2.7 mi
21782 Sharpsburg, MD 4,097 6.4 mi
21795 Williamsport, MD 9,233 4.2 mi
21740 Hagerstown, MD 61,859 5.9 mi
21734 Funkstown, MD 771 4.9 mi
21713 Boonsboro, MD 9,502 5.0 mi
21756 Keedysville, MD 3,612 7.4 mi
21767 Maugansville, MD 991 10.2 mi
25419 Falling Waters, WV 9,251 7.1 mi

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21713 standard
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Pop: 9,502
21795 standard
Williamsport, MD
Pop: 9,233
21783 standard
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Pop: 9,130
21722 standard
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Pop: 5,545

Related Areas

Washington County Fairplay, MD Maryland

Frequently Asked Questions

What county is ZIP code 21733 in? ▼
ZIP code 21733 (Fairplay) is located in Washington County, Maryland. Washington County contains multiple ZIP codes, see the full list at /counties/washington-md.
What is the population of ZIP code 21733? ▼
ZIP code 21733 in Fairplay, MD has a population of 1,163 according to the Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates.
What is the median household income in ZIP 21733? ▼
The median household income in ZIP 21733 is $109,896, which is 44% above the national average of $76,288.
What is the average home value in ZIP 21733? ▼
The median home value in ZIP 21733 is $291,800, which is 5% above the national average of $278,155.
What is the demographic makeup of ZIP 21733? ▼
The largest racial group in ZIP 21733 is White at 84.7%. Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.1% of the population.
How many businesses are in ZIP code 21733? ▼
ZIP code 21733 has 14 business establishments employing approximately 72 people, according to Census Bureau ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) 2023 data.
What are the main industries in ZIP code 21733? ▼
The top industries by establishment count in ZIP 21733 are: Construction (4), Retail trade (4), Other services (except public administration) (3). There are 3 industry sectors represented in total.
How have home values changed in ZIP code 21733? ▼
According to the FHFA House Price Index, home values in ZIP 21733 increased by 7.3% in 2022. Since 2000, home values in this ZIP have appreciated by approximately 121%. This is a developmental index based on repeat sales and appraisal data from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
What is the education level in ZIP code 21733? ▼
In ZIP code 21733, 66.4% of residents aged 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 24.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. These figures come from the Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023).
What percentage of residents own vs. rent in ZIP 21733? ▼
In ZIP code 21733, approximately 82.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied and 17.4% are renter-occupied, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 21733? ▼
The poverty rate in ZIP code 21733 is 3.4% according to Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates. This measures the percentage of the population living below the federal poverty threshold.

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Official Data Resources for Fairplay, MD

Verify and explore additional data for this area using these official government sources.

U.S. Census Bureau
Official demographic, economic, and housing data from the American Community Survey.
HUD Fair Market Rents
Department of Housing and Urban Development rental cost estimates by metropolitan area.
FBI Uniform Crime Reports
Official crime statistics compiled from law enforcement agencies nationwide.
FHFA House Price Index
Federal Housing Finance Agency home value trends based on repeat sales and appraisals.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023). Business data: Source: Census ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) 2023. Home value trends: Source: FHFA House Price Index (HPI), Five-Digit ZIP Codes.

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