| ZIP Code | 20018 |
|---|---|
| City | Washington |
| State | Washington DC (DC) |
| County | District of Columbia County |
| Area Code | 202/423/771 |
| Elevation | 129 ft |
| Latitude | 38.926576 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.974446 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 11001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.7 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 14.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| College Grads | 52.1% ▲ 34% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.1% ▲ 65% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 211 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,699 (21.1%) |
| Some College | 1,069 (8.3%) |
| Associates | 2,157 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 611 (4.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,062 (47.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,569 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $672,100 ▲ 141% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,245/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,753 |
| Vacant Units | 726 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,753 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 726 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
ZIP code 20018 is located in Washington, Washington DC, within District of Columbia County. With a population of 19,956, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.7 years. Economically, 20018 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $92,569 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20018 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $672,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,245 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.2%) and renters (45.8%). Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 20018 is majority Black (65.80%). Residents are well-educated — 52.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.3%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20018 stands at 8.1%, which is significantly above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — 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 46%.
Overall, ZIP code 20018 in Washington, DC is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 19,956 residents, a median household income of $92,569, and a median home value of $672,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington DC.