ZIP Code 20020, District of Columbia
ZIP Code 20020 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 20020 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 53,005. The land area covers 4.60 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53,005 | ±2,993 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.7 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 22,943 | ±1,152 | 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 | 26,059 | ±983 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 22,943 | ±1,152 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,116 | ±461 |
| Median Home Value | $456,000 | ±$26,369 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,306 | ±$37 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,032 | ±$5,346 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,437 | ±$2,310 |
| Poverty Rate | 30% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 15,724 | ±1,985 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11.9% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 20,848 | ±1,639 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.7% | ±3% |
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 | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Arlington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Largo, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Accokeek, 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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Hair Academy II
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College Vocational | 2.2 mi away | Iverson Mall, 3705 Branch Avenue, Lower Level, Hillcrest Heights, MD, 20748-1401 |
3014592509
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ANACOSTIA NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 1800 MARION BARRY AVENUE SE, WASHINGTON, DC, 20020 |
(202) 715-7707
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Saint Michael College of Allied Health
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College | 3.0 mi away | 1106 Bladensburg Road NE, Washington, DC, 20002 |
2923885500
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PARKLANDS-TURNER NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 1547 ALABAMA AVENUE SE, WASHINGTON, DC, 20032 |
(202) 645-4532
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The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC
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College Vocational | 3.3 mi away | 90 K Street North East, Washington, DC, 20002-0000 |
2022169700101
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FRANCIS A. GREGORY NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 3660 ALABAMA AVENUE SE, WASHINGTON, DC, 20020 |
(202) 698-6373
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Gallaudet University
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College | 3.3 mi away | 800 Florida Ave, NE, Washington, DC, 20002-3695 |
2026515000
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ARTHUR CAPPER TECHEXPRESS
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 1000 5TH STREET SE, WASHINGTON, DC, 20003 |
(202) 698-3375
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DeVry University-Virginia
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College | 3.8 mi away | 1400 Crystal Dr, Ste 120, Arlington, VA, 22202 |
7034144000
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SOUTHEAST NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 403 7TH STREET SE, WASHINGTON, DC, 20003 |
(202) 698-3377
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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 WASHINGTON REAGAN AP, VA US, located 3.1 miles from ZCTA5 20020. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.8° | 30.1° | 37.5° | 2.86" | 4.9" |
| February | 48.3° | 31.8° | 40.0° | 2.62" | 5.0" |
| March | 56.5° | 38.6° | 47.6° | 3.50" | 2.0" |
| April | 68.0° | 48.4° | 58.2° | 3.21" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.5° | 58.0° | 67.2° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.1° | 67.5° | 76.3° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.6° | 72.4° | 81.0° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.8° | 71.0° | 79.4° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.7° | 64.1° | 72.4° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.4° | 52.2° | 60.8° | 3.66" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.2° | 41.6° | 49.9° | 2.91" | 0.1" |
| December | 48.8° | 34.5° | 41.7° | 3.41" | 1.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Heights CDP | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| Silver Hill CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
| Glassmanor CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Suitland CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
| Coral Hills CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Marlow Heights CDP | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 20020. • 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.