Washington, DC Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Washington | District of Columbia Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 681,177 | 681,165 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 9966.0 | 9966.2 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.29% | 0.29% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 33.8 | 33.8 | 37.1 |
| Households | 321,276 | 321,269 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Washington grew by 14.0% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 671,486 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Washington has a the economy index of A, which means it is very prosperous.
| Metric | Washington | District of Columbia Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $107,225 | $107,226 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 5.61% | 5.61% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.4% | 6.4% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Washington is about the same as in District of Columbia.
Housing
| Metric | Washington | District of Columbia Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $637,927 | $637,937 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 41.1% | 41.1% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Washington is about 28.0 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,900 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Washington spend about 61 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 255 hours, about 10.6 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Washington | District of Columbia Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 30.6 | 30.6 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 61.2 | 61.2 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 255 | 255 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $7,907 | $7,907 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 29.4% | 29.4% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 24,235 | 23,558 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 4,590 | 4,264 | 1,355 |
The average commute time in Washington is about the same as in District of Columbia.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Washington has a education index of A+, which means it is exceptionally educated.
| Metric | Washington | District of Columbia Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 58.9% | 58.9% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 1.99 | 1.99 | 2.54 |
Health
Washington has a health index of A, which means it is very healthy.
| Metric | Washington | District of Columbia Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 76.4 | 76.4 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 12.3% | 12.3% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 14.1% | 14.1% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington, District of Columbia.
What is the population of Washington, District of Columbia?
The population of Washington, District of Columbia is 681,177, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Washington, District of Columbia?
The population density of Washington, District of Columbia is 9966.0 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Washington, District of Columbia?
The median household income in Washington, District of Columbia is $107,225, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Washington, District of Columbia?
The median home price in Washington, District of Columbia is $637,927, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Washington, District of Columbia?
The unemployment rate in Washington, District of Columbia is 6.4%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.