21117 Zip Code, Owings Mills

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Owings Mills

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 88 / 300 High
Violent Crime 91
9% below national avg
Property Crime 93
7% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 21117 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 21117 in Owings Mills, MD has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 88, which is 12% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Owings Mills.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 106, 6% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 68).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 106 (6% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 68 (32% below avg)

21117 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
96 -4% Average
Assault
87 -13% Average
Robbery
90 -10% Average
Rape
89 -11% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
68 -32% Low
Larceny / Theft
104 +4% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
106 +6% Moderate

21117 Crime Map

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21117 Demographics & Context

Population
56,822
Median Income
$112,002
Home Value
$418,931
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
1,690/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 32.3%
Graduate Degree 24.6%

Housing

56%
44%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 37.3%
Black 47.3%
Hispanic 8.3%
Asian 8.2%
21117 Crime Map
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Owings Mills Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 21117, Owings Mills?

Zip code 21117 in Owings Mills, MD has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 88, which is 12% below the national average. Zip code 21117 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Owings Mills.

Is Zip code 21117 a safe neighborhood in Owings Mills?

Zip code 21117 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Owings Mills, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 106), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 68). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Owings Mills.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 21117?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 21117 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 106 (6% 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 21117?

Zip code 21117 has a population of approximately 56,822. The median household income is $112,002. The median home value is $418,931. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 21117 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 21117's overall crime rate is 12% below the national average (index 88 vs 100). Within Owings Mills, 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.