| ZIP Code | 20016 |
|---|---|
| City | Washington |
| State | Washington DC (DC) |
| County | District of Columbia County |
| Area Code | 202/771 |
| Elevation | 351 ft |
| Latitude | 38.936909 |
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| Longitude | -77.090037 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 11001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.08 |
| Below Poverty | 7.4% ▼ 26% below avg |
| College Grads | 89.3% ▲ 130% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 48 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 991 (5.4%) |
| Some College | 267 (1.4%) |
| Associates | 678 (3.7%) |
| Bachelors | 418 (2.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,098 (87%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $179,107 ▲ 135% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $1,206,200 ▲ 333% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,105/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,457 |
| Vacant Units | 1,541 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,457 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,541 |
| Owner Occupied | 64.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 35.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
ZIP code 20016 is located in Washington, Washington DC, within District of Columbia County. With a population of 31,668, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.9 years. Economically, 20016 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $179,107 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20016 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,206,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,105 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 20016 is primarily White (75.22%). Residents are highly educated — 89.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.4%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20016 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 36% — 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 37%.
Overall, ZIP code 20016 in Washington, DC is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,668 residents, a median household income of $179,107, and a median home value of $1,206,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington DC.