21085 Zip Code, Joppa

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Joppa

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 93 / 300 High
Violent Crime 91
9% below national avg
Property Crime 99
1% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 21085 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 21085 in Joppa, MD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Joppa.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 114, 14% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 86).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 114 (14% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 86 (14% below avg)

21085 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Joppa city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
91 -9% Average
Assault
86 -14% Average
Robbery
92 -8% Average
Rape
93 -7% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
86 -14% Average
Larceny / Theft
114 +14% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
97 -3% Average

21085 Crime Map

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21085 Demographics & Context

Population
17,877
Median Income
$101,513
Home Value
$349,285
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
867/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.7%
Graduate Degree 12.1%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 74.5%
Black 17.9%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 3.2%
21085 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 21085, Joppa?

Zip code 21085 in Joppa, MD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average. Zip code 21085 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Joppa.

Is Zip code 21085 a safe neighborhood in Joppa?

Zip code 21085 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Joppa, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 114), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 86). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Joppa.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 21085?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 21085 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 114 (14% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 21085?

Zip code 21085 has a population of approximately 17,877. The median household income is $101,513. The median home value is $349,285. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 21085 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 21085's overall crime rate is 7% below the national average (index 93 vs 100). Within Joppa, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.