ZIP Code 20712, Maryland
ZIP Code 20712 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 20712 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Prince George's County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,563. The land area covers 0.73 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,563 | ±474 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs | ±3.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,384 | ±471 | 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 | 4,526 | ±473 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,384 | ±471 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 142 | ±83 |
| Median Home Value | $527,900 | ±$39,161 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,463 | ±$57 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $68,846 | ±$3,987 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,649 | ±$3,733 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 564 | ±242 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,504 | ±543 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.7% | ±14% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 966,629 (2024)
ID: 166367
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUD
14741 GOVERNOR ODEN BOWIE DR, UPPER MARLBORO MD 20772-3043
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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 | |
| 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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Alexandria, VA |
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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Bennett Career Institute
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College Vocational | 1.8 mi away | 700 Monroe Street N.E., Washington, DC, 20017 |
2025261400
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MOUNT RAINIER BRANCH
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 3409 RHODE ISLAND AVE., MOUNT RAINIER, MD, 20712 |
(301) 864-8937
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The Catholic University of America
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College | 1.9 mi away | 620 Michigan Avenue, NE, Washington, DC, 20064 |
2023195000
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WOODRIDGE NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 1801 HAMLIN STREET NE, WASHINGTON, DC, 20018 |
(202) 541-6226
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Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family
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College | 1.9 mi away | 620 Michigan Ave NE - McGivney Hall, Washington, DC, 20064-9997 |
2025263799
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BLADENSBURG BRANCH
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 4820 ANNAPOLIS RD., BLADENSBURG, MD, 20710 |
(301) 927-4916
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Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies
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College | 2.0 mi away | 487 Michigan Ave, NE, Washington, DC, 20017-1585 |
2024953820
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HYATTSVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 6502 AMERICA BLVD, HYATTSVILLE, MD, 20782 |
(301) 985-4690
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Trinity Washington University
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College | 2.4 mi away | 125 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, DC, 20017-1094 |
2028849050
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LAMOND-RIGGS NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 5401 SOUTH DAKOTA AVENUE NE, WASHINGTON, DC, 20011 |
(202) 541-6255
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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 2.0 miles from ZCTA5 20712. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Rainier city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Brentwood town | Town | 0.4 mi | — |
| North Brentwood town | Town | 0.8 mi | — |
| Cottage City town | Town | 0.9 mi | — |
| Hyattsville city | City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Colmar Manor town | Town | 1.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 20712. • 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.