| ZIP Code | 20010 |
|---|---|
| City | Washington |
| State | Washington DC (DC) |
| County | District of Columbia County |
| Area Code | 202/771 |
| Elevation | 194 ft |
| Latitude | 38.932825 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.031798 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 11001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 14.7% ▲ 47% above avg |
| College Grads | 75.6% ▲ 95% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 503 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,066 (10.4%) |
| Some College | 1,127 (5.7%) |
| Associates | 1,137 (5.7%) |
| Bachelors | 619 (3.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,354 (72.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $110,260 ▲ 44% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $868,400 ▲ 211% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,815/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,917 |
| Vacant Units | 1,454 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,917 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,454 |
| Owner Occupied | 39.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 60.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 20010 is located in Washington, Washington DC, within District of Columbia County. With a population of 31,591, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.9 years. Economically, 20010 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $110,260 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20010 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $868,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,815 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 60.1% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 20010 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 38.4%. Residents are highly educated — 75.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.7%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20010 stands at 5.0%, 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 21%.
Overall, ZIP code 20010 in Washington, DC is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 31,591 residents, a median household income of $110,260, and a median home value of $868,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington DC.