ZIP Code 20012, District of Columbia
ZIP Code 20012 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 20012 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 17,519. The land area covers 2.06 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,519 | ±1,622 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,155 | ±655 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 7,774 | ±632 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,155 | ±655 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 619 | ±235 |
| Median Home Value | $863,900 | ±$64,328 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,701 | ±$242 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $121,418 | ±$14,826 |
| Per Capita Income | $72,314 | ±$5,824 |
| Poverty Rate | 7% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,211 | ±407 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,220 | ±905 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.5% | ±1.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Silver Spring, MD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Burke, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Arlington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Largo, MD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Washington, DC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Adelphi, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Kensington, MD |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Washington Adventist University
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College | 1.7 mi away | 7600 Flower Ave, Takoma Park, MD, 20912 |
3018914000
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SHEPHERD PARK (JUANITA E. THORNTON) NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 7420 GEORGIA AVENUE NW, WASHINGTON, DC, 20012 |
(202) 541-6100
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Montgomery Beauty School
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College Vocational | 2.1 mi away | 8736 Arliss St, Silver Spring, MD, 20901 |
3014592509
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TAKOMA PARK NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 416 CEDAR STREET NW, WASHINGTON, DC, 20012 |
(202) 576-7252
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University of the District of Columbia
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College | 3.1 mi away | 4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20008 |
2022745000
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BRIGADIER GENERAL CHARLES E MCGEE (SLIVER SPRING) BRANCH
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 900 WAYNE AVE, SILVER SPRING, MD, 20910 |
(240) 773-9420
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Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family
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College | 3.6 mi away | 620 Michigan Ave NE - McGivney Hall, Washington, DC, 20064-9997 |
2025263799
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LONG BRANCH
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 8800 GARLAND AVE., SILVER SPRING, MD, 20901 |
(240) 777-0910
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The Catholic University of America
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College | 3.6 mi away | 620 Michigan Avenue, NE, Washington, DC, 20064 |
2023195000
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TAKOMA PARK MARYLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 7505 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVENUE, SUITE 20, TAKOMA PARK, MD, 20912 |
(301) 891-7259
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at DALECARLIA RSVR, MD US, located 5.2 miles from ZCTA5 20012. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.9° | 25.5° | 34.2° | 3.32" | 2.9" |
| February | 46.4° | 27.3° | 36.8° | 3.24" | 1.4" |
| March | 54.8° | 33.5° | 44.2° | 4.15" | 0.7" |
| April | 67.6° | 43.6° | 55.6° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.7° | 53.7° | 64.7° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.0° | 62.8° | 73.4° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.2° | 68.0° | 78.1° | 5.11" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.2° | 66.3° | 76.3° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.4° | 59.2° | 69.3° | 4.54" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.0° | 46.8° | 57.4° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.4° | 36.4° | 46.4° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| December | 46.9° | 29.6° | 38.3° | 3.81" | 0.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takoma Park city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Silver Spring CDP | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| Martin's Additions village | Village | 2.1 mi | — |
| Chevy Chase Section Five village | Village | 2.3 mi | — |
| Chevy Chase Section Three village | Village | 2.3 mi | — |
| Chevy Chase CDP | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 20012. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.