21044, Columbia, MD

Columbia, MD is located in Howard County and has a population of over 210,000 people. The 21044 zip code has a median home value of $225,000 and a median household income of $85,000. Approximately 60% of the households in the 21044 zip code own their homes outright, while the remaining 40% have mortgages.

The average home value in Columbia has increased by 10% since 2007. In addition, the average home price in Columbia is much higher than the Maryland state average. This is likely due to Columbia's proximity to Washington D.C., as well as its high-quality schools and infrastructure.

Despite these positive trends, there are still areas of concern for homeowners in the 21044 zip code. For example, approximately one-third of all households in this area are considered "underwater", meaning that their homes are worth less than what they owe on their mortgages. Additionally, there has been an increase in foreclosure activity in Columbia over the past few years; this could lead to further drops in home values if it continues to occur at an alarming rate.