Zip Code 20117

DC · Population: 2,997

C+
50/100
0
F
Safety
87
A
Affordability
49
C
Quality of Life
65
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 20117

Zip code 20117 is located in District of Columbia and is home to approximately 2,997 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 50/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are considerably above the national average. Safety is a significant concern in this area.

With a median household income of $128,750 and home values around $856,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 56.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 3%.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$128,750
Home Value
$856,100
Rent
$1,483/mo
Median Age
52
College Educated
56.4%
Unemployment
3%
Owner-Occupied
71.2%
Rent Burden
13.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety0FLower crime = higher score
Affordability87ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life49CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy65BLower unemployment = higher
Overall50C+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).