Washington

Welcome to Washington

Where Cosmopolitan Living Meets History and Heritage

As the capital of the United States, it is known the world over for its beautiful monuments, historic buildings, museums, and what is arguably the most famous house in the world—the White House. It is a uniquely cosmopolitan city with an international flair and a high standard of living. With its restaurants, art centers, culture, and nearby nature in and out of the city, it's no wonder so many people from around the world want to call D.C. home. Washington's Smithsonian Institute complex welcomes over 3 million visitors a year to its 14 museums, education and research facilities, all for free.

As the seat of all three branches of the federal government, Washington, D.C., is well known for its federal job opportunities, but there are also a wide variety of communities, areas, and interesting sites, as expected for a cosmopolitan city. Whether you are at the Wharf or catching a baseball game at Nationals Stadium, there is so much to see and do in the city.

If you're looking for outdoor activities, you'll discover that the National Arboretum, National Zoo, Rock Creek Park, and the National Mall and Memorial Parks are places you can escape to while still being in the city. Washington, D.C. has extensive public transportation, and, due in part to its grid-like orientation, it is a very walkable city as well, so it is easy to explore without driving.

Washington, D.C., may be most famous for its row houses, but if you're looking for a modern condo for sale in downtown D.C. or an old brick house for sale in gorgeous Georgetown, the city has everything available to meet a wide range of needs and price points.

Overview for Washington, DC

672,079 people live in Washington, where the median age is 34.9 and the average individual income is $75,253. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

672,079

Total Population

34.9 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$75,253

Average individual Income

Around Washington, DC

There's plenty to do around Washington, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Tezzy 1 Bosslay, Acme Liquors, and Mojaita Latin Flavor.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Tezzy 1 Bosslay page on Yelp Search 61 O St NW on Google Maps	Dining	0.4 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Acme Liquors page on Yelp Search 1400 N Capitol St NW on Google Maps	Dining	0.46 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Mojaita Latin Flavor page on Yelp	Dining · $	0.52 miles	5 reviews	3/5 stars
Visit the Maui Wowi Tiki Trucks page on Yelp	Dining · $	0.52 miles	2 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fresh Food Express page on Yelp	Dining · $	0.52 miles	4 reviews	2.3/5 stars
Visit the The Grill District page on Yelp	Dining · $	0.52 miles	5 reviews	2.4/5 stars
Visit the Cheesequake page on Yelp Search Food Truck on Google Maps	Dining · $	0.52 miles	23 reviews	3/5 stars
Visit the DC Rib Eye page on Yelp	Dining · $$	0.52 miles	4 reviews	2.5/5 stars
Visit the Occupational Safety & Health Review Commission page on Yelp	Dining	0.52 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Harper's page on Yelp	Shopping	0.52 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the BALANI Custom Clothiers page on Yelp	Shopping	0.52 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Lady Lawyer Basketball League page on Yelp Search Georgetown Law Gym on Google Maps	Active	0.52 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Anacostia Musem & Ctr Fr Afrcn Amrcn Hstry & Cltre page on Yelp Search 900 Jefrsn Dr SE on Google Maps	Active	0.52 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Potomac Athletic Rugby Club page on Yelp	Active	0.52 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Adventure Clubs page on Yelp Search 414 R St NW on Google Maps	Nightlife	0.53 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Hair Replacement Specialists page on Yelp Search 1110 Fidler Ln on Google Maps	Beauty	0.36 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Shear Perfection page on Yelp Search 704 O St NW on Google Maps	Beauty	0.4 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Braider Queen Collection page on Yelp	Beauty	0.43 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Mookeys Beautybox page on Yelp	Beauty	0.43 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Jessie Meadows D'Angelo MUA page on Yelp	Beauty	0.52 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Nina Renee Beauty page on Yelp	Beauty	0.52 miles	9 reviews	3.7/5 stars
Visit the Anthony Kinard page on Yelp	Beauty	0.52 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Styles Beauty Salon page on Yelp	Beauty	0.52 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Hamaholic Studio page on Yelp	Beauty	0.52 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Washington, DC

Population Households Employment

Washington has 321,556 households, with an average household size of 1.99. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Washington do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 672,079 people call Washington home. The population density is 10,995 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

672,079

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

34.9 years

Median Age

48 / 52%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

321,556

Total Households

1.99

Average Household Size

$75,253

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Washington, DC

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Primary Schools ()

Middle Schools ()

High Schools ()

Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Washington. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Neighborhoods

Georgetown
Washington
Lansdowne
Arlington
NoMa
Bethesda
Shepherd Park
Kensington
Mount Vernon
Burke
Mantua
Fort Hunt
Old Town

Explore Georgetown

The county percentage for households with children is 21%.
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Explore Washington

It is a uniquely cosmopolitan city with an international flair.
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Explore Lansdowne

The county percentage for households with children is 29%.
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Explore Arlington

38.8816° N, 77.0910° W
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Explore NoMa

38.9072° N, 77.0028° W
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Explore Bethesda

38.9847° N, 77.0947° W
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Explore Shepherd Park

38.9815° N, 77.0300° W
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Explore Kensington

39.0257° N, 77.0764° W
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Explore Mount Vernon

38.7073° N, 77.0869° W
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Explore Burke

38.7934° N, 77.2717° W
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Explore Mantua

38.8537° N, 77.2597° W
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Explore Fort Hunt

38.7451° N, 77.0580° W
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Explore Old Town

38.8048° N, 77.0407° W
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