| ZIP Code | 20794 |
|---|---|
| City | Jessup |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Howard County |
| Area Code | 410/443/667 |
| Elevation | 184 ft |
| Latitude | 39.151475 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.794703 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 37.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 50% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 348 (3.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,019 (28.8%) |
| Some College | 1,763 (16.8%) |
| Associates | 1,440 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 484 (4.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,418 (32.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $105,441 ▲ 38% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $393,700 ▲ 41% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,940/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,230 |
| Vacant Units | 170 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,230 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 170 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
ZIP code 20794 is located in Jessup, Maryland, within Howard County. With a population of 16,182, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.3 years. Economically, 20794 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $105,441 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20794 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $393,700 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,940 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 20794 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 44.4%. Residents are moderately educated — 37.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20794 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 20794 in Jessup, MD is characterized as upper-middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,182 residents, a median household income of $105,441, and a median home value of $393,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.