| ZIP Code | 20852 |
|---|---|
| City | Rockville |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Area Code | 227/240/301 |
| Elevation | 370 ft |
| Latitude | 39.051511 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.123973 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 77.3% ▲ 99% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 893 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,620 (8.7%) |
| Some College | 1,274 (4.2%) |
| Associates | 2,045 (6.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,294 (4.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 21,928 (73%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $121,496 ▲ 59% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $646,100 ▲ 132% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,212/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 23,023 |
| Vacant Units | 1,383 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 23,023 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,383 |
| Owner Occupied | 41.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 58.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 20852 is located in Rockville, Maryland, within Montgomery County. With a population of 47,857, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.7 years. Economically, 20852 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $121,496 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20852 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $646,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,212 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (41.7%) and renters (58.3%). Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 20852 is majority White (50.99%). Residents are highly educated — 77.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.6%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20852 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 33% — 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 44%.
Overall, ZIP code 20852 in Rockville, MD is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 47,857 residents, a median household income of $121,496, and a median home value of $646,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.