20009 ZIP Code
Washington, District of columbia
December 19, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 20009 |
| City/Town: | Washington |
| County: | District of Columbia |
| State: | District of columbia |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 50,247 |
| Median Household Income: | $132,374 |
| Per Capita Income: | $92,569 |
| Total Housing Units: | 31,390 |
| Median Home Value: | $723,100 |
| Land Area: | 1.3 sq miles
3.4 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.0 sq miles
0.0 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 38.9191, -77.0374 |
Population Information (20009 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 50,247 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 24,818 | 49.4% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 25,429 | 50.6% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 34.0 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 2,573 | 5.1% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,451 | 2.9% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 918 | 1.8% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 631 | 1.3% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 3,141 | 6.3% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 17,933 | 35.7% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 10,047 | 20.0% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 5,334 | 10.6% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,550 | 5.1% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,776 | 3.5% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,464 | 4.9% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,125 | 2.2% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 304 | 0.6% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (20009 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $723,100 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 3.3 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $2,208 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 31,390 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 28,525 | 90.9% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 2,865 | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 9,768 | 34.2% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 18,757 | 65.8% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (20009 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 41,533 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 581 | 1.4% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 888 | 2.1% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 2,829 | 6.8% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,201 | 5.3% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 524 | 1.3% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 14,690 | 35.4% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 19,820 | 47.7% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 96.5% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 83.1% | 34.3% |
Income Information (20009 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $132,374 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $179,185 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $204,971 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $92,569 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (20009 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 38,016 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 36,856 | 97.2% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 1,044 | 2.8% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 7,173 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 27,120 | 73.6% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 8,060 | 21.9% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,547 | 4.2% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 129 | 0.4% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (20009 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 30,792 | 61.3% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 8,494 | 16.9% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 58 | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 3,231 | 6.4% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 75 | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 2,257 | 4.5% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 5,340 | 10.6% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 5,076 | 10.1% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 7,555 | 15.0% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 1,466 | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 567 | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 440 | 0.9% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 5,082 | 10.1% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (20009 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 1,282 | 4.5% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 538 | 1.9% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 1,051 | 3.7% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 687 | 2.4% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,125 | 3.9% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 2,566 | 9.0% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 3,281 | 11.5% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 5,552 | 19.5% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 4,454 | 15.6% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 7,989 | 28.0% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (20009 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 6,093 | 16.5% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 915 | 2.5% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 10,633 | 28.9% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 6,821 | 18.5% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 2,823 | 7.7% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 9,314 | 25.3% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 29.3 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (20009 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 62 | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 696 | 1.9% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 308 | 0.8% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 241 | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,368 | 3.7% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 655 | 1.8% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 1,872 | 5.1% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 2,766 | 7.5% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 11,735 | 31.8% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 5,339 | 14.5% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,530 | 4.2% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 4,147 | 11.3% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 6,137 | 16.7% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (20009 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 9.3% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (20009 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 48,951 | 97.4% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 42,484 | 84.6% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 9,230 | 18.4% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,152 | 2.3% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (20009 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 25,819 | 90.5% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,548 | 8.9% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 2,378 | 8.3% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 594 | 2.1% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 652 | 2.3% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 1,698 | 6.0% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (20009 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 515 | 1.6% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 3,552 | 11.3% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 1,380 | 4.4% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 2,191 | 7.0% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 2,572 | 8.2% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 2,886 | 9.2% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 18,252 | 58.1% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 42 | 0.1% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (20009 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 19 | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 2,655 | 8.5% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 2,567 | 8.2% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 809 | 2.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,142 | 3.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,814 | 5.8% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,856 | 5.9% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 2,043 | 6.5% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 1,819 | 5.8% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 16,666 | 53.1% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (20009 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 5,261 | 16.8% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 12,839 | 40.9% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 9,100 | 29.0% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 2,469 | 7.9% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 748 | 2.4% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 973 | 3.1% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (20009 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 11,049 | 38.7% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 139 | 0.5% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 15,733 | 55.2% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 191 | 0.7% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 40 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 154 | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 1,219 | 4.3% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (20009 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 13,747 | 48.2% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 12,781 | 44.8% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,689 | 5.9% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 308 | 1.1% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (20009 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 85 | 0.9% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 0 | 0.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 89 | 0.9% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 112 | 1.1% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 382 | 3.9% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 2,055 | 21.0% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 3,857 | 39.5% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 3,188 | 32.6% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (20009 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $3,264 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $996 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $2,208 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 1.90 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.66 | 2.38 |
Households (20009 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 28,525 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 5,703 | 20.0% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,796 | 6.3% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 8,934 | 31.3% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 11,014 | 38.6% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 2,877 | 10.1% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 3,242 | 11.4% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 1.74 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.71 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (20009 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 22,336 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 14,108 | 63.2% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 6,753 | 30.2% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 133 | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,170 | 5.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 14,498 | 64.9% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (20009 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 6,691 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 854 | 12.8% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 355 | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,945 | 29.1% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 574 | 8.6% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 2,963 | 44.3% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (20009 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 44,729 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,071 | 2.4% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 50,103 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 3,672 | 7.3% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 204 | 5.6% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,394 | 65.2% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,074 | 29.2% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (20009 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 37,785 | 75.2% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 11,808 | 23.5% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 6,196 | 52.5% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 4,229 | 35.8% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 4,229 | 35.8% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 1,383 | 11.7% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (20009 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 41,884 | 83.4% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 1,226 | 2.4% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 8,363 | 682.1% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 8,363 | 682.1% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 8,363 | 682.1% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 1,980 | 161.5% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 1,008 | 82.2% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 235 | 19.2% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 3,122 | 254.6% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 170 | 13.9% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (20009 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 47,674 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 38,100 | 79.9% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 9,574 | 20.1% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 5,039 | 10.6% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 2,649 | 5.6% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 1,242 | 2.6% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 644 | 1.4% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (20009 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 28,525 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 28,109 | 98.5% | 89.4% |
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