| ZIP Code | 20008 |
|---|---|
| City | Washington |
| State | Washington DC (DC) |
| County | District of Columbia County |
| Area Code | 202/771 |
| Elevation | 221 ft |
| Latitude | 38.934815 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.05894 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 11001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.71 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| College Grads | 90.8% ▲ 134% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 43 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 454 (2.2%) |
| Some College | 401 (1.9%) |
| Associates | 1,029 (4.9%) |
| Bachelors | 373 (1.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 18,686 (89%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $123,653 ▲ 62% above avg ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $894,100 ▲ 221% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,202/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,083 |
| Vacant Units | 1,382 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.71 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,083 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,382 |
| Owner Occupied | 35.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 64.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.71 |
ZIP code 20008 is located in Washington, Washington DC, within District of Columbia County. With a population of 28,743, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.5 years. Economically, 20008 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $123,653 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20008 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $894,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,202 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 64.4% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 20008 is majority White (65.98%). Residents are highly educated — 90.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.8%. Household income has grown by 6% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20008 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 35% — 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 20008 in Washington, DC is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 28,743 residents, a median household income of $123,653, and a median home value of $894,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington DC.