| ZIP Code | 20002 |
|---|---|
| City | Washington |
| State | Washington DC (DC) |
| County | District of Columbia County |
| Area Code | 202/771 |
| Elevation | 147 ft |
| Latitude | 38.905026 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.983607 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 11001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.98 |
| Below Poverty | 13.4% ▲ 34% above avg |
| College Grads | 74.0% ▲ 91% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 377 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,611 (11.4%) |
| Some College | 2,605 (5.3%) |
| Associates | 4,156 (8.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,419 (2.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 34,920 (71.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $114,482 ▲ 50% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $813,700 ▲ 192% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,140/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 38,459 |
| Vacant Units | 3,901 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.98 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 38,459 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,901 |
| Owner Occupied | 37.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 62.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.98 |
ZIP code 20002 is located in Washington, Washington DC, within District of Columbia County. With a population of 70,580, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.7 years. Economically, 20002 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $114,482 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20002 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $813,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,140 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 62.8% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 20002 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 41.3%. Residents are highly educated — 74.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.4%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20002 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — 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 24%.
Overall, ZIP code 20002 in Washington, DC is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 70,580 residents, a median household income of $114,482, and a median home value of $813,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington DC.