| ZIP Code | 20003 |
|---|---|
| City | Washington |
| State | Washington DC (DC) |
| County | District of Columbia County |
| Area Code | 202/771 |
| Elevation | 60 ft |
| Latitude | 38.88184 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.99094 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 11001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.79 |
| Below Poverty | 8.1% ▼ 19% below avg |
| College Grads | 84.1% ▲ 117% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 190 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,165 (8%) |
| Some College | 1,047 (3.8%) |
| Associates | 934 (3.4%) |
| Bachelors | 628 (2.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22,236 (81.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $159,604 ▲ 109% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $954,200 ▲ 242% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,630/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,817 |
| Vacant Units | 1,982 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.79 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,817 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,982 |
| Owner Occupied | 38.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 61.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.79 |
ZIP code 20003 is located in Washington, Washington DC, within District of Columbia County. With a population of 36,194, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.6 years. Economically, 20003 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $159,604 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20003 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $954,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,630 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 61.5% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 18% since 2019.
The population of 20003 is majority White (61.85%). Residents are highly educated — 84.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.1%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20003 stands at 3.9%, which is below 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 22%.
Overall, ZIP code 20003 in Washington, DC is characterized as affluent, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 36,194 residents, a median household income of $159,604, and a median home value of $954,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington DC.