Zip Code 20198

DC · Population: 2,172

C+
52/100
0
F
Safety
71
B+
Affordability
56
C+
Quality of Life
82
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 20198

Zip code 20198 is located in District of Columbia and is home to approximately 2,172 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 $99,929 and home values around $949,600, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 53.7% 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 1.1%.

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
$99,929
Home Value
$949,600
Rent
$1,398/mo
Median Age
43
College Educated
53.7%
Unemployment
1.1%
Owner-Occupied
64.1%
Rent Burden
16.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety0FLower crime = higher score
Affordability71B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life56C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy82ALower 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).