| ZIP Code | 20001 |
|---|---|
| City | Washington |
| State | Washington DC (DC) |
| County | District of Columbia County |
| Area Code | 202/771 |
| Elevation | 71 ft |
| Latitude | 38.910353 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.017739 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 11001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.8 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.72 |
| Below Poverty | 11.6% ▲ 16% above avg |
| College Grads | 81.4% ▲ 110% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 322 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,768 (8.6%) |
| Some College | 941 (2.9%) |
| Associates | 1,966 (6.1%) |
| Bachelors | 617 (1.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 25,668 (79.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $138,730 ▲ 82% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $844,500 ▲ 203% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,464/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 26,728 |
| Vacant Units | 2,897 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.72 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 26,728 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,897 |
| Owner Occupied | 33.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 66.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.72 |
ZIP code 20001 is located in Washington, Washington DC, within District of Columbia County. With a population of 44,022, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.8 years. Economically, 20001 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $138,730 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20001 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $844,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,464 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 66.3% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 20001 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 47.2%. Residents are highly educated — 81.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.6%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20001 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 34% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 19%.
Overall, ZIP code 20001 in Washington, DC is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 44,022 residents, a median household income of $138,730, and a median home value of $844,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington DC.