| ZIP Code | 20814 |
|---|---|
| City | Bethesda |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Area Code | 227/240/301 |
| Elevation | 290 ft |
| Latitude | 39.004839 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.103004 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 3.8% ▼ 62% below avg |
| College Grads | 85.7% ▲ 121% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 164 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,128 (5.8%) |
| Some College | 423 (2.2%) |
| Associates | 1,067 (5.5%) |
| Bachelors | 623 (3.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,107 (82.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $150,401 ▲ 97% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $976,500 ▲ 250% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,329/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,388 |
| Vacant Units | 1,217 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,388 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,217 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 20814 is located in Bethesda, Maryland, within Montgomery County. With a population of 30,822, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.3 years. Economically, 20814 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $150,401 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20814 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $976,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,329 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.6%) and renters (47.4%). Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 20814 is majority White (65.44%). Residents are highly educated — 85.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.8%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20814 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 34% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 40%.
Overall, ZIP code 20814 in Bethesda, MD is characterized as affluent, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 30,822 residents, a median household income of $150,401, and a median home value of $976,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.