District of Columbia Population & Demographics
District of Columbia has a population of 672,079, ranking #49 among US states. The median household income is $106,287 and the median age is 34.9.
US states by population — District of Columbia is #49
672,079
Population
#49
By Population
$106,287
Median Income
34.9
Median Age
Age Distribution
Male: 47.6% · Female: 52.4%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 39.1% |
| Black or African American | 43.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 0.3% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
Economy & Income
$106,287
Median Household Income
$75,253
Per Capita Income
10.7%
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Unemployment Rate
$157,604
Mean Household Income
66.7%
Employment Rate
Education
92.8%
High School Graduate+
63.6%
Bachelor's Degree+
Housing
$724,600
Median Home Value
$1,900
Median Rent
356,101
Total Housing Units
41.1%
Owner-Occupied
58.9%
Renter-Occupied
9.7%
Vacant
Commute
22.3%
Drive Alone
10.0%
Carpool
29.4%
Work From Home
30.3 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in District of Columbia
| # | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington city | 672,079 | $106,287 | $724,600 |
Counties in District of Columbia
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 672,079 | $106,287 |
Frequently Asked Questions
District of Columbia has a population of 672,079 according to the Census ACS 2023 5-Year estimates, making it the #49 most populated state.
The median household income in District of Columbia is $106,287, with a per capita income of $75,253. 10.7% of the population lives below the poverty level.
District of Columbia is 39.1% White, 43.3% Black, 0.0% Asian, and 1.6% Hispanic/Latino.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. The ACS surveys approximately 3.5 million households annually. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.