Demographics in Washington, DC

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Washington?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

672,079

Male

320,001

47.6%

Female

352,078

52.4%

Median Age

34.9

Age Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

39.1%

Black

43.3%

Hispanic

11.6%

Asian

4.1%

Two or More

8.4%

Other

4.8%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

45.8%

High School or Higher

56.3%

Foreign Born

13.3%

Veterans

3.0%

Married

27.5%

Avg Household Size

2.0

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Washington, DC has a population of 672,079 with a median age of 34.9. The racial makeup is 39.1% White, 11.6% Hispanic, 43.3% Black, 4.1% Asian. About 45.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 13.3%.