ZIP Code 20740, Maryland
ZIP Code 20740 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 20740 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 36,847. The land area covers 8.78 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36,847 | ±690 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 23.5 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,559 | ±515 | 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 | 12,935 | ±551 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,559 | ±515 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,376 | ±341 |
| Median Home Value | $423,900 | ±$12,442 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,839 | ±$105 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $77,317 | ±$10,867 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,256 | ±$2,019 |
| Poverty Rate | 28.8% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,832 | ±856 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,183 | ±974 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.2% | ±1.7% |
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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Arlington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Largo, MD | |
| 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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Arlington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Temple Hills, 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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University of Maryland-College Park
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College | 1.3 mi away | College Park, MD, 20742 |
3014051000
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BELTSVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 4319 SELLMAN RD., BELTSVILLE, MD, 20705 |
(301) 937-0294
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Montgomery Beauty School
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College Vocational | 3.8 mi away | 8736 Arliss St, Silver Spring, MD, 20901 |
3014592509
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HYATTSVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 6502 AMERICA BLVD, HYATTSVILLE, MD, 20782 |
(301) 985-4690
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Washington Adventist University
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College | 4.0 mi away | 7600 Flower Ave, Takoma Park, MD, 20912 |
3018914000
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GREENBELT BRANCH
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 11 CRESCENT RD., GREENBELT, MD, 20770 |
(301) 345-5800
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Hair Academy
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College Vocational | 4.6 mi away | 8435 Old Annapolis Rd, New Carrollton, MD, 20784 |
301459250913
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TAKOMA PARK MARYLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 7505 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVENUE, SUITE 20, TAKOMA PARK, MD, 20912 |
(301) 891-7259
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Fortis College-Landover
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College | 5.1 mi away | 4351 Garden City Drive, Landover, MD, 20785-2223 |
3014593650
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LONG BRANCH
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 8800 GARLAND AVE., SILVER SPRING, MD, 20901 |
(240) 777-0910
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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 BELTSVILLE, MD US, located 1.8 miles from ZCTA5 20740. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.7° | 25.3° | 34.0° | 2.87" | 5.7" |
| February | 45.5° | 27.0° | 36.3° | 2.40" | 5.0" |
| March | 53.4° | 34.1° | 43.7° | 3.72" | 2.5" |
| April | 65.3° | 43.8° | 54.5° | 3.28" | 0.1" |
| May | 74.2° | 53.6° | 63.9° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.0° | 63.0° | 73.0° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.1° | 67.6° | 77.4° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.6° | 66.1° | 75.8° | 3.88" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.2° | 59.4° | 69.3° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.8° | 46.8° | 57.3° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.7° | 36.7° | 46.7° | 2.92" | 0.2" |
| December | 46.8° | 29.8° | 38.3° | 3.48" | 2.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Park city | City | 0.6 mi | — |
| Berwyn Heights town | Town | 1.2 mi | — |
| Adelphi CDP | CDP | 2.0 mi | — |
| University Park town | Town | 2.3 mi | — |
| Greenbelt city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Beltsville CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 20740. • 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.