ZIP Code 21657

In ZIP code 21657, near Denton, homes carry a median value of $359,500, and the county's 0.78% effective property tax rate translates to roughly $2,800 annually for a home at that price. With median household income at $104,940, that tax bill equals about 2.7% of yearly earnings, a share most owners can absorb without straining. Per-capita income sits lower, at $39,161, so the burden varies by household. A 6.00% combined sales tax applies to purchases. Overall, the balance between local earnings and housing costs keeps ownership within reach across a range of incomes.