| ZIP Code | 20653 |
|---|---|
| City | Lexington Park |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | St. Mary's County |
| Area Code | 227/240/301 |
| Elevation | 103 ft |
| Latitude | 38.237089 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.428692 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 13.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| College Grads | 45.2% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 180 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,694 (27.9%) |
| Some College | 2,038 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 2,293 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,647 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,953 (35.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,923 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $341,900 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,579/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,696 |
| Vacant Units | 832 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,696 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 832 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 20653 is located in Lexington Park, Maryland, within St. Mary's County. With a population of 26,799, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.6 years. Economically, 20653 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,923 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20653 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $341,900 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,579 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.9%) and renters (45.1%). Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 20653 is majority White (53.78%). Residents are well-educated — 45.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.6%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20653 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 20653 in Lexington Park, MD is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 26,799 residents, a median household income of $97,923, and a median home value of $341,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.