ZIP Code 20059, District of Columbia
ZIP Code 20059 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 20059 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 1,338. The land area covers 0.11 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,338 | ±349 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 19 yrs | ±0.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 0 | ±15 | 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 | 31 | ±50 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 0 | ±15 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 31 | ±50 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $3,836 | ±$1,407 |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±15 |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±15 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±6.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 377 | ±253 |
| Broadband Internet Subscriptions | 0 | ±15 |
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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Howard University
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College | 0.1 mi away | 2400 Sixth St NW, Washington, DC, 20059 |
2028066100
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SHAW (WATHA T. DANIEL) NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 1630 7TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON, DC, 20001 |
(202) 727-1288
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Trinity Washington University
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College | 0.9 mi away | 125 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, DC, 20017-1094 |
2028849050
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MOUNT PLEASANT NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 3160 16TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON, DC, 20010 |
(202) 671-0200
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Institute of World Politics
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College | 1.2 mi away | 1521 16th St NW, Washington, DC, 20036 |
2024622101
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NORTHWEST ONE NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 155 L STREET NW, WASHINGTON, DC, 20001 |
(202) 698-3320
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NewU University
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College | 1.3 mi away | 1400 16th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20005 |
2029681001
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PETWORTH NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 4200 KANSAS AVENUE NW, WASHINGTON, DC, 20011 |
(202) 541-6300
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Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies
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College | 1.3 mi away | 487 Michigan Ave, NE, Washington, DC, 20017-1585 |
2024953820
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MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 901 G STREET NW, WASHINGTON, DC, 20001 |
(202) 727-0321
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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 NATL ARBORETUM DC, MD US, located 2.8 miles from ZCTA5 20059. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.7° | 27.8° | 36.2° | 3.03" | 4.7" |
| February | 47.8° | 29.5° | 38.6° | 2.77" | 2.3" |
| March | 55.9° | 36.5° | 46.2° | 3.96" | 1.4" |
| April | 67.6° | 46.4° | 57.0° | 3.44" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.9° | 56.6° | 66.7° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.4° | 66.1° | 75.7° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.8° | 70.9° | 80.3° | 4.62" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.4° | 68.8° | 78.6° | 3.67" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.7° | 61.5° | 71.6° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.9° | 49.0° | 59.4° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.4° | 38.9° | 48.6° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| December | 49.2° | 31.9° | 40.6° | 3.67" | 1.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington city | City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Mount Rainier city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| Brentwood town | Town | 3.7 mi | — |
| Chillum CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Cottage City town | Town | 4.0 mi | — |
| North Brentwood town | Town | 4.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 20059. • 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.