District of Columbia
#49 in USSouthThe Nation's Capital Ā· District of Columbia (DC) has a population of 678,972 people, making it the #49 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Washington and the largest city is Washington.
Population
678,972
#49 of 51
Area
68 miĀ²
176 kmĀ²
Density
3858/kmĀ²
9985/miĀ²
Capital
Washington
Median Income
$108K
Above national avg
Unemployment
5.3%
National avg: 3.9%
Median Age
34.9
US Share
0.20%
of 335M total
Population Growth
2020 Census
689,545
2023 Estimate
678,972
Change
-10,573 (-1.5%)
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
Economy & Education
- Median Household Income
- $108,210
- Poverty Rate
- 14%
- Unemployment Rate
- 5.3%
- Bachelor's Degree+
- 65.9%
Largest Cities in District of Columbia
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of District of Columbia?
District of Columbia has a population of 678,972 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #49 among all US states by population, representing 0.20% of the total US population.
What is the capital of District of Columbia?
The capital of District of Columbia is Washington. The largest cities include Washington.
What is the median household income in District of Columbia?
The median household income in District of Columbia is $108,210, above the national average of $77,589.
How fast is District of Columbia growing?
District of Columbia has declined 1.5% since the 2020 Census, from 689,545 to 678,972.