Zip Code 20169

DC · Population: 28,346

C+
52/100
0
F
Safety
80
A
Affordability
63
B
Quality of Life
65
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 20169

Zip code 20169 is located in District of Columbia and is home to approximately 28,346 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 52/100), 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 $187,446 and home values around $652,500, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 61.4% 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
$187,446
Home Value
$652,500
Rent
$2,515/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
61.4%
Unemployment
3%
Owner-Occupied
93.3%
Rent Burden
16.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety0FLower crime = higher score
Affordability80ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life63BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy65BLower unemployment = higher
Overall52C+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).