District of Columbia's 2026 population is estimated at 732,102, reflecting a 2.08% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). District of Columbia is the largest county in District of Columbia. The 2010 population was 605,282 and has grown 20.95% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 34.9 years
Female: 34.9 years
Male: 34.8 years
There are 553,980 adults, (87,159 of whom are seniors) in District of Columbia.
Female: 357,472 (52.5%)
Male: 323,822 (47.5%)
The racial composition of District of Columbia includes 42.13% Black or African American, 37.88% White, 5.58% other race, 4.37% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 286,997 | 42.13% |
| White | 258,050 | 37.88% |
| Two or more races | 65,651 | 9.64% |
| Other race | 37,984 | 5.58% |
| Asian | 29,748 | 4.37% |
| Native American | 2,528 | 0.37% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 336 | 0.05% |
District of Columbia 's average per capita income is $91,950. Household income levels show a median of $109,870. The poverty rate stands at 15.44%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $242,981 | $298,849 |
| Families | $155,025 | $216,504 |
| Households | $109,870 | $162,297 |
| Non Families | $91,910 | $120,864 |
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