| ZIP Code | 20853 |
|---|---|
| City | Rockville |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Area Code | 227/240/301 |
| Elevation | 382 ft |
| Latitude | 39.101747 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -77.094602 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 24031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.21 |
| Below Poverty | 5.7% ▼ 43% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.7% ▲ 54% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 800 (4.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,541 (18.2%) |
| Some College | 992 (5.1%) |
| Associates | 2,520 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,418 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,221 (52.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $157,168 ▲ 106% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $605,800 ▲ 117% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,944/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,028 |
| Vacant Units | 315 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.21 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,028 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 315 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.21 |
ZIP code 20853 is located in Rockville, Maryland, within Montgomery County. With a population of 31,438, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.9 years. Economically, 20853 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $157,168 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 20853 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $605,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,944 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 20853 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 46.0%. Residents are well-educated — 59.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.7%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 20853 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 25% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 55%.
Overall, ZIP code 20853 in Rockville, MD is characterized as affluent, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,438 residents, a median household income of $157,168, and a median home value of $605,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Maryland.