ZIP Code 20746, Maryland
ZIP Code 20746 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 20746 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 27,156. The land area covers 7.57 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,156 | ±1,854 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.1 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,219 | ±605 | 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 | 14,263 | ±586 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,219 | ±605 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,044 | ±295 |
| Median Home Value | $351,500 | ±$18,435 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,745 | ±$67 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,330 | ±$10,696 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,436 | ±$4,112 |
| Poverty Rate | 13% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,528 | ±1,094 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,752 | ±1,463 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.7% | ±2.4% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 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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Strayer University-Maryland
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College | 0.6 mi away | 5110 Auth Way, Suitland, MD, 20746 |
8774457180
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SPAULDINGS BRANCH
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 5811 OLD SILVER HILL RD., DISTRICT HEIGHTS, MD, 20747 |
(301) 817-3750
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Hair Academy II
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College Vocational | 1.6 mi away | Iverson Mall, 3705 Branch Avenue, Lower Level, Hillcrest Heights, MD, 20748-1401 |
3014592509
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HILLCREST HEIGHTS BRANCH
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 2398 IVERSON ST., TEMPLE HILLS, MD, 20748 |
(301) 630-4900
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Saint Michael College of Allied Health
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College | 5.8 mi away | 1106 Bladensburg Road NE, Washington, DC, 20002 |
2923885500
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FRANCIS A. GREGORY NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 3660 ALABAMA AVENUE SE, WASHINGTON, DC, 20020 |
(202) 698-6373
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Prince George's Community College
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College | 6.2 mi away | 301 Largo Rd, Largo, MD, 20774-2199 |
3015467422
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PARKLANDS-TURNER NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 1547 ALABAMA AVENUE SE, WASHINGTON, DC, 20032 |
(202) 645-4532
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Gallaudet University
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College | 6.4 mi away | 800 Florida Ave, NE, Washington, DC, 20002-3695 |
2026515000
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CAPITOL VIEW NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 5001 CENTRAL AVENUE SE, WASHINGTON, DC, 20019 |
(202) 645-0755
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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 OXON HILL, MD US, located 5.0 miles from ZCTA5 20746. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.7° | 27.4° | 35.5° | 3.08" | — |
| February | 47.5° | 28.3° | 37.9° | 2.89" | — |
| March | 55.8° | 35.0° | 45.4° | 4.04" | — |
| April | 67.4° | 44.7° | 56.1° | 3.38" | — |
| May | 75.7° | 54.7° | 65.2° | 4.45" | — |
| June | 84.4° | 63.8° | 74.1° | 4.85" | — |
| July | 88.0° | 68.8° | 78.4° | 4.96" | — |
| August | 86.5° | 67.3° | 76.9° | 4.16" | — |
| September | 80.1° | 60.5° | 70.3° | 4.37" | — |
| October | 68.3° | 48.2° | 58.3° | 3.75" | — |
| November | 57.2° | 38.5° | 47.8° | 3.13" | — |
| December | 47.8° | 31.3° | 39.5° | 3.75" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suitland CDP | CDP | 0.9 mi | — |
| Silver Hill CDP | CDP | 1.1 mi | — |
| Marlow Heights CDP | CDP | 1.6 mi | — |
| Morningside town | Town | 1.7 mi | — |
| Camp Springs CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| District Heights city | City | 2.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 20746. • 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.