| ZIP Code | 20017 |
|---|---|
| City | Washington |
| State | Washington DC (DC) |
| County | District of Columbia County |
| Area Code | 202/771 |
| Elevation | 132 ft |
| Latitude | 38.938154 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.992909 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 11001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 15.0% ▲ 50% above avg |
| College Grads | 65.2% ▲ 68% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 138 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,113 (16.2%) |
| Some College | 711 (5.4%) |
| Associates | 1,589 (12.2%) |
| Bachelors | 607 (4.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,907 (60.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $101,543 ▲ 33% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $686,400 ▲ 146% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,793/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,252 |
| Vacant Units | 579 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,252 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 579 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 20017 is located in Washington, Washington DC, within District of Columbia County. With a population of 21,013, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.9 years. Economically, 20017 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $101,543 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20017 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $686,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,793 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.4%) and renters (42.6%). Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 20017 is majority Black (53.77%). Residents are highly educated — 65.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.0%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20017 stands at 5.7%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 20017 in Washington, DC is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 21,013 residents, a median household income of $101,543, and a median home value of $686,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington DC.