Zip Code 20124

DC · Population: 15,117

C+
56/100
0
F
Safety
94
A+
Affordability
70
B+
Quality of Life
60
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 20124

Zip code 20124 is located in District of Columbia and is home to approximately 15,117 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 56/100), 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 $208,125 and home values around $851,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 75% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

Unemployment stands at 3.4%, which is near the national average.

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
$208,125
Home Value
$851,100
Rent
$2,146/mo
Median Age
46
College Educated
75%
Unemployment
3.4%
Owner-Occupied
90.8%
Rent Burden
12.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety0FLower crime = higher score
Affordability94A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life70B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy60BLower unemployment = higher
Overall56C+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).