District of Columbia State Data
2020 Census & ACS Snapshot
Key statewide indicators for District of Columbia. Gauge bars show how this state compares to the national average.
Updated: 2026-04-06 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
0.7 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
34.9 years
3.8 yr below national avg
Median Household Income
$106,287
$27,749 above national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
63.6%
28.6% above national avg
HS diploma or higher: 92.8%
Poverty Rate
14.5%
2.1% above national avg
Uninsured: 3.4%
Broadband Access
90.2% of households
0.5% above national avg
What is the total population of District of Columbia?
District of Columbia has 0.7 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in District of Columbia?
The median age in District of Columbia is 34.9 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in District of Columbia?
The median household income in District of Columbia is $106,287. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in District of Columbia have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In District of Columbia, 92.8% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 63.6% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in District of Columbia?
In District of Columbia, the poverty rate is 14.5% and the uninsured rate is 3.4%.
How many households in District of Columbia have broadband?
In District of Columbia, broadband access is 90.2% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
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District of Columbia Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of District of Columbia (2020)?
District of Columbia has 0.7 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in District of Columbia?
The median age in District of Columbia is 34.9 years.
What is the median household income in District of Columbia?
The median household income in District of Columbia is $106,287.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in District of Columbia?
In District of Columbia, the poverty rate is 14.5% and the uninsured rate is 3.4%.
How many households in District of Columbia have broadband?
In District of Columbia, broadband access is 90.2% of households.