Zip Code 20181

DC · Population: 10,258

C+
54/100
0
F
Safety
93
A+
Affordability
57
C+
Quality of Life
67
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 20181

Zip code 20181 is located in District of Columbia and is home to approximately 10,258 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 54/100), 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 $155,408 and home values around $637,200, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 42% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.8%.

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
$155,408
Home Value
$637,200
Rent
$1,604/mo
Median Age
39
College Educated
42%
Unemployment
2.8%
Owner-Occupied
89.6%
Rent Burden
12.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety0FLower crime = higher score
Affordability93A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life57C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy67BLower unemployment = higher
Overall54C+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).