| ZIP Code | 20009 |
|---|---|
| City | Washington |
| State | Washington DC (DC) |
| County | District of Columbia County |
| Area Code | 202/771 |
| Elevation | 177 ft |
| Latitude | 38.919144 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.037381 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 11001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.70 |
| Below Poverty | 8.9% ▼ 11% below avg |
| College Grads | 85.3% ▲ 120% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 46% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 264 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,439 (6.4%) |
| Some College | 1,263 (3.3%) |
| Associates | 1,578 (4.2%) |
| Bachelors | 504 (1.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 31,767 (84%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $140,555 ▲ 84% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $727,800 ▲ 161% above avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,346/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 31,824 |
| Vacant Units | 2,649 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.70 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 31,824 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,649 |
| Owner Occupied | 34.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 65.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.70 |
ZIP code 20009 is located in Washington, Washington DC, within District of Columbia County. With a population of 49,997, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.2 years. Economically, 20009 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $140,555 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20009 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $727,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,346 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 65.4% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 13% since 2019.
The population of 20009 is majority White (56.72%). Residents are highly educated — 85.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.9%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20009 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 30% — 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 16%.
Overall, ZIP code 20009 in Washington, DC is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 49,997 residents, a median household income of $140,555, and a median home value of $727,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington DC.