Washington, District of Columbia

US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates ยท 2022

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Washington Demographics Overview

Total Population
670,587
ACS 2022 estimate
Median Household Income
$101,722
Annual household income
โ–ฒ 36% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$705,000
Owner-occupied homes
โ–ฒ 150% vs US avg
Median Gross Rent
$1,817
Monthly rent (incl. utilities)
โ–ฒ 56% vs US avg
Median Age
34.8 years
Median age of residents
โ–ผ 11% vs US avg

Income & Economy

Median Household Income
$101,722
US avg: $74,580
vs. National Median+36.4%

Housing

Median Home Value
$705,000
US avg: $281,900
Median Gross Rent
$1,817/mo
US avg: $1,163/mo
Rent vs. National Avg+56.2%

Population

Total Population670,587
Median Age
34.8 years
US avg: 38.9 yrs

Data Source

Data for Washington comes from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, covering the period 2018โ€“2022.

The ACS 5-Year estimates provide the most reliable demographic statistics available, especially for smaller communities, by pooling 5 years of survey data.

Learn more about the ACS โ†’

Washington, DC โ€” Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington demographics

What is the population of Washington, District of Columbia?

According to the US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2022), the population of Washington, District of Columbia is 670,587.

What is the median household income in Washington?

The median household income in Washington, District of Columbia is $101,722 per year, according to the 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates. The US national median household income is approximately $74,580.

What is the cost of living in Washington?

Key cost indicators for Washington, District of Columbia:. Median home value: $705,000. Median gross rent: $1,817/month. Median household income: $101,722/year

What is the median home value in Washington?

The median home value in Washington, District of Columbia is $705,000, compared to the national median of approximately $281,900.

What is the average age in Washington?

The median age in Washington, District of Columbia is 34.8 years, compared to the US national median age of approximately 38.9 years.