20817 ZIP Code – Bethesda, Maryland
20817 is a large ZIP code in Bethesda, Maryland, part of Montgomery County with a population of approximately 37,795 residents. The median household income is $231,292 — well above the Maryland average and well above the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $1,081,500, well above the national average, with 81.4% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , and the median rent of $2,939 is well above the national average. Housing consists of 85% single-family (decreasing), 14% apartments (increasing).
Unemployment stands at 3.7%, which is below the U.S. rate. The poverty rate is 4.2%, well below the national average. About 85.3% of residents have completed a four-year degree, well above the national rate. The population has a median age of 45.5, near the national median. Nearby ZIP codes include 20818, 20812, 20892.
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ZIP 20817 vs. Maryland vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 20817 | MD Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 37k | 13k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $231k | $107k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $1.1M | $404k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $2,939 | $1,552 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 45.5 | 43.5 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | 5.0% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% | 9.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 85.3% | 37.6% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 20818 – Cabin John
- 20812 – Glen Echo
- 20892 – Bethesda
- 20814 – Bethesda
- 20894 – Bethesda
- 20889 – Bethesda
- 20816 – Bethesda
- 20896 – Garrett Park
- 20852 – Rockville
- 20815 – Chevy Chase
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20818 | CABIN JOHN | 1,787 | $211,196 |
| 20812 | GLEN ECHO | 282 | $194,375 |
| 20892 | BETHESDA | Not provided | Not provided |
| 20814 | BETHESDA | 30,234 | $149,657 |
| 20894 | BETHESDA | Not provided | Not provided |