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ZIP 20017

Pop. 21,208·District of Columbia·15th most expensive ZIP in District of Columbia
Median rent (all units)
$2,359/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.5%
Month-over-Month
+4.1%
vs US Median
+$394
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ZIP 20017 · $2,359
More expensive than 75% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,840
1 BR
$1,890
2 BR
$2,110
3 BR
$2,660
4 BR+
$3,130
Research median
$2,110/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$28,308/yr
At $2,359/mo median
Location
StateDC
CountyDistrict of Columbia
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 7.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.5% YoY, +4.1% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 20017 (Washington, DC) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 62% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,208
Median income
$106,300
Median age
36.9
Renters
42.4%
Age distribution
20.8%
24.1%
29.6%
15.7%
Under 1820.8%
18–3424.1%
35–5429.6%
55–649.8%
65+15.7%
Gender
46.7%
53.3%
Male46.7%
Female53.3%
Race & ethnicity
29.3%
51%
White29.3%
Black51%
Hispanic10.9%
Asian5.5%
Other3.3%
Education (25+)
13.9%
15.7%
62%
No HS diploma8.3%
HS diploma13.9%
Some college15.7%
Bachelor's+62%
Housing tenure
57.6%
42.4%
Owner57.6%
Renter42.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 20017 in Washington, DC has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,739 → $2,359
up 35.7%
Income
$92,373 → $106,300
up 15.1%
Population
20,221 → 21,208
up 4.9%
Renter share
38.9% → 42.4%
+3.5 pts
Bachelor's+
55.4% → 62%
+6.6 pts
Median age
36.1 → 36.9
+0.8 yrs

The median rent in ZIP 20017 in Washington, DC stood at $1,739 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,359, reflecting a 35.7% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $106,300 today, compared with $92,373 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 4.9% since 2021, moving from about 20,221 residents to roughly 21,208. Renters now make up 42.4% of households, compared with 38.9% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 62% of adults here, versus 55.4% in 2021. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 20017 covers Washington, DC. The median rent here is $2,359/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,890/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,110/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($106,300/yr), ZIP 20017 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.5% over the past year.

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How much is rent in ZIP code 20017?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 20017 (Washington, DC) is $2,359. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 20017 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 20017's median rent of $2,359/mo is $394 (20%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 20017 compare to other ZIPs in District of Columbia?

ZIP 20017 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in District of Columbia, ranking #15 out of 22 ZIPs at $2,359/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 20017?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $94,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,359/mo in ZIP 20017. The local median household income is $106,300/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 20017?

Rent in ZIP 20017 has increased 7.5% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 20017 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 20017 is considered affordable for renters. At $2,359/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($106,300/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 20017 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 20017 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.4% of ZIP 20017 households are renters, while 57.6% are owner-occupied. ZIP 20017 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 20017 compare to the rest of Washington?

ZIP 20017 is more affordable than Washington overall. At $2,359/mo, it's $173 below the Washington citywide median of $2,532/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 20017 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 20017 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,359/mo, rent takes ~27% of ZIP 20017's median household income ($106,300/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 20017 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.75%
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