| ZIP Code | 20693 |
|---|---|
| City | Welcome |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Charles County |
| Area Code | 227/240/301 |
| Elevation | 10 ft |
| Latitude | 38.459058 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.087352 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.4 yrs ↓ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.75 |
| Below Poverty | 5.6% ▼ 44% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.9% ▲ 29% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| HS Graduate | 131 (20.5%) |
| Some College | 114 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 75 (11.7%) |
| Bachelors | 61 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 258 (40.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $148,750 ▲ 95% above avg ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $428,900 ▲ 54% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 359 |
| Vacant Units | 29 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.75 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 359 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 29 |
| Owner Occupied | 94.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 5.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.75 |
ZIP code 20693 is located in Welcome, Maryland, within Charles County. With a population of 1,238, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.4 years. Economically, 20693 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $148,750 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20693 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $428,900 is significantly above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 94.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 9% since 2019.
The population of 20693 is majority White (51.94%). Residents are well-educated — 49.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.6%. Household income has declined by 5% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20693 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 20693 in Welcome, MD is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,238 residents, a median household income of $148,750, and a median home value of $428,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.