21861 — Sharptown, MD Home Values
Typical home value $234,332 as of June 2026 · 45th of 52 in Salisbury, MD-DE
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 21861, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 21861 compares in the Salisbury, MD-DE area
ZIP code 21861 (Sharptown, MD) has a typical home value of $234,332 as of June 2026, ranking 45th of 52 ZIP codes tracked in the Salisbury, MD-DE area, more expensive than about 15% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +6.2% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +37.8%, from $170,109 in June 2021 to $234,332 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Salisbury, MD-DE forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Salisbury.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 21861 has a population of 806, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 90.7% White, 6.7% Black or African American, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 1% two or more races.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Elementary | 9975 Sharptown Rd, Mardela Springs, MD | 4.8 mi |
| Mardela Middle & High | 24940 Delmar Rd, Mardela Springs, MD | 5 mi |
| Vienna Elementary School | 4905 Ocean Gateway, Vienna, MD | 6.6 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 21861?
$234,332 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 21861 an expensive ZIP code in the Salisbury, MD-DE area?
21861 ranks 45th of 52 ZIP codes in the Salisbury, MD-DE area by typical home value, more expensive than about 15% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 21861 changed over the past year?
+6.2% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 21861?
806, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 21861?
Northwestern Elementary (4.8 mi), Mardela Middle & High (5 mi), Vienna Elementary School (6.6 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 21861?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Salisbury, MD-DE 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.