21502 — Cumberland, MD Home Values
Typical home value $157,728 as of August 2026 · 14th of 19 in Cumberland, MD-WV
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 21502, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 21502 compares in the Cumberland, MD-WV area
ZIP code 21502 (Cumberland, MD) has a typical home value of $157,728 as of August 2026, ranking 14th of 19 ZIP codes tracked in the Cumberland, MD-WV area, more expensive than about 32% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.3% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +25.3%, from $125,875 in August 2021 to $157,728 in August 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 13.1× the annual rent ($1,000/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Cumberland, MD-WV forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Cumberland.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 21502 has a population of 41,810, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 83.4% White, 9.6% Black or African American, 3.8% two or more races, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino, 0.8% Asian, 0.2% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Penn Elementary | 500 E 2nd St, Cumberland, MD | 0.4 mi |
| Fort Hill High | 500 Greenway Ave, Cumberland, MD | 0.5 mi |
| Washington Middle | 200 Massachusetts Ave, Cumberland, MD | 0.6 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 21502?
$157,728 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 21502 an expensive ZIP code in the Cumberland, MD-WV area?
21502 ranks 14th of 19 ZIP codes in the Cumberland, MD-WV area by typical home value, more expensive than about 32% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 21502 changed over the past year?
+3.3% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 21502?
The typical home price is 13.1× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,000/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 21502?
41,810, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 21502?
South Penn Elementary (0.4 mi), Fort Hill High (0.5 mi), Washington Middle (0.6 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 21502?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Cumberland, MD-WV forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.