District of Columbia, DC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 6/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
672,079 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
41.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
63.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$106,287 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$724,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$856 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,804 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
District of Columbia
8
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
District of Columbia
8
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 34
Feb 2 5 37
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 3 0 55
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 3 0 47
Dec 2 2 37

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 88% of residents leaning left and 7% leaning right.

Liberal (89%) (7%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 4%
Hillary Clinton 91%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Delegate District, DC Ward 6, DC
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Schools

Walker-Jones Education Campus
<1 miles, E • 1 star
Dunbar HS
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Gonzaga College High School
<1 miles, SE • 5 star
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Colleges

Career Technical Institute
<1 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Howard University Hospital
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
2 miles, NE • 1.4 star
George Washington Univ Hospital
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Airports

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