21023 ZIP Code: Living in Butler, MD
Updated November 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024
ZIP code 21023 is in Baltimore County, Maryland, and covers Butler and Worthington Valley (part). A rural area in the Worthington Valley horse country of north-central Baltimore County, known for estates and the Maryland Hunt Cup course nearby. About 66 people live in the 21023 ZIP code area.
21023 at a glance
Figures are Census estimates for ZIP Code Tabulation Area 21023, which closely follows the postal ZIP code. This area has few residents, so housing estimates are not shown because they would be unreliable.
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Neighborhoods and communities in 21023
The 21023 ZIP code includes Butler and Worthington Valley (part). ZIP code lines don’t always match neighborhood or school boundaries, so confirm the details for any specific address.
Commuting from 21023
Here is how far the center of the 21023 ZIP code is from major job centers and travel hubs. These are straight-line distances; drive times depend on route and traffic.
| Destination | Distance |
|---|---|
| Downtown Baltimore | 18 miles |
| Washington, D.C. | 46 miles |
| BWI Airport | 24 miles |
| Annapolis | 40 miles |
| Fort Meade | 29 miles |
| Columbia Town Center | 22 miles |
| Towson | 11 miles |
Living in Baltimore County: what to know
Baltimore County has no incorporated cities, so communities such as this one are governed by the county. Property taxes, schools, police and trash service all run through Baltimore County government.
Public schools in 21023 are run by Baltimore County Public Schools. Assignments go by street address, not ZIP code, so use the district’s school locator for a specific home. To compare schools, see the Maryland State Department of Education Report Card.
For taxes, commuting and lifestyle across the county, read our Baltimore County relocation guide. For parks and trails, see Baltimore County parks.
ZIP codes near 21023
- 21030 – Cockeysville
- 21152 – Sparks Glencoe
- 21155 – Upperco
- 21071 – Glyndon
- 21031 – Hunt Valley
- 21117 – Owings Mills
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21023 ZIP code: frequently asked questions
What county is ZIP code 21023 in?
ZIP code 21023 is in Baltimore County, Maryland.
What neighborhoods are in the 21023 ZIP code?
The 21023 ZIP code includes Butler and Worthington Valley (part).
How far is 21023 from Baltimore and Washington, D.C.?
The center of the 21023 ZIP code is about 18 miles from downtown Baltimore and 46 miles from Washington, D.C., in a straight line. Drive times vary with traffic.
Where can I see homes for sale in 21023?
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Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (tables DP03, DP04, DP05) for ZCTA 21023; U.S. Census Bureau TIGERweb ZCTA boundaries. Distances are calculated from the ZCTA’s internal point.