Cost of Living in District of Columbia
1 cities • 672,079 total population • 2026 Data
$106,287
Avg. Median Income
+37% vs national
$1,900
Avg. Median Rent
+41% vs national
$724,600
Avg. Home Value
+114% vs national
6.4%
Avg. Unemployment
Overview
District of Columbia has 1 cities with populations over 25,000, totaling 672,079 residents. The average median household income across these cities is $106,287, which is 37% above the national median.
Rent averages $1,900 per month, and the average home value is $724,600. The largest city is Washington, while Washington offers the lowest rent and Washington has the highest.
Most Affordable Cities in District of Columbia
| # | City | Median Rent | Median Income | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington | $1,900 | $106,287 | $724,600 |
Most Expensive Cities in District of Columbia
| # | City | Median Rent | Median Income | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington | $1,900 | $106,287 | $724,600 |
Highest Income Cities in District of Columbia
| # | City | Median Income | Median Rent | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington | $106,287 | $1,900 | 672,079 |
All Cities in District of Columbia
| City | Population | Income | Rent | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 672,079 | $106,287 | $1,900 | $724,600 |
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. State averages calculated from cities with population over 25,000.