| ZIP Code | 20637 |
|---|---|
| City | Hughesville |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Charles County |
| Area Code | 227/240/301 |
| Elevation | 161 ft |
| Latitude | 38.525112 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.755989 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.90 |
| Below Poverty | 2.5% ▼ 75% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.8% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 52% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 13 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,024 (25.5%) |
| Some College | 501 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 601 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 506 (12.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,376 (34.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $149,821 ▲ 96% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $533,100 ▲ 91% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,904/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,208 |
| Vacant Units | 70 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.90 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,208 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 70 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.90 |
ZIP code 20637 is located in Hughesville, Maryland, within Charles County. With a population of 6,337, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.2 years. Economically, 20637 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $149,821 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20637 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $533,100 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,904 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 93.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 20637 is majority White (58.25%). Residents are well-educated — 46.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.5%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20637 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 20637 in Hughesville, MD is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,337 residents, a median household income of $149,821, and a median home value of $533,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.