| ZIP Code | 20012 |
|---|---|
| City | Washington |
| State | Washington DC (DC) |
| County | District of Columbia County |
| Area Code | 202/771 |
| Elevation | 309 ft |
| Latitude | 38.979021 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.030801 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 11001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 62.6% ▲ 61% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 26% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 301 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,614 (14%) |
| Some College | 962 (8.4%) |
| Associates | 1,425 (12.4%) |
| Bachelors | 310 (2.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,880 (59.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $128,234 ▲ 68% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $838,200 ▲ 201% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,638/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,599 |
| Vacant Units | 449 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,599 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 449 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 20012 is located in Washington, Washington DC, within District of Columbia County. With a population of 17,662, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.2 years. Economically, 20012 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $128,234 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20012 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $838,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,638 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 20012 is majority Black (54.16%). Residents are highly educated — 62.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20012 stands at 6.2%, which is above 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 36%.
Overall, ZIP code 20012 in Washington, DC is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,662 residents, a median household income of $128,234, and a median home value of $838,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington DC.