| ZIP Code | 20602 |
|---|---|
| City | Waldorf |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Charles County |
| Area Code | 227/240/301 |
| Elevation | 191 ft |
| Latitude | 38.583248 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.894703 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.3 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.74 |
| Below Poverty | 9.5% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 38.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 38% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 167 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,827 (30.7%) |
| Some College | 1,942 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 3,750 (19.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,822 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,459 (28.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $108,733 ▲ 42% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $360,800 ▲ 29% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,803/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,899 |
| Vacant Units | 240 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,899 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 240 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
ZIP code 20602 is located in Waldorf, Maryland, within Charles County. With a population of 29,425, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.3 years. Economically, 20602 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $108,733 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20602 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $360,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,803 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 20602 is majority Black (61.81%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.5%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20602 stands at 6.7%, which is above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 20602 in Waldorf, MD is characterized as upper-middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,425 residents, a median household income of $108,733, and a median home value of $360,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.