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Washington, DC
Full City Profile · District of Columbia · District of Columbia County
3.3
/5.0
B
Good
672,079
Population
10,994/sq mi density
$106,287
Median Income
$75,253 per capita
$724,600
Home Value
$574,016 Zillow
$1,900
Median Rent
28.5% income on rent
58°F
Avg Temperature
293 sunny days/yr
977
Violent Crime/100K
4,246 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$106,287 median income, 4.6% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$724,600 home value, $1,900/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
977 violent crimes/100K (157% above avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
63.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Cost Overview
Cost of Living Index
109.9
Above national average
100 = US average
Median Monthly Rent
$1,900
63% above US avg
Avg Annual Property Tax
$6,712
92% above US avg ($3,500)
Fair Market Rents (HUD FY2026)
Studio
$1,953
per month
1 Bedroom
$2,015
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,246
per month
3 Bedroom
$2,835
per month
4 Bedroom
$3,332
per month
Childcare Costs
Infant (Center)
$2,122/mo
$25,464/year
Toddler (Center)
$1,951/mo
$23,412/year
Preschool (Center)
$1,700/mo
$20,400/year
Infant (Family)
$1,732/mo
$20,784/year
Toddler (Family)
$1,703/mo
$20,436/year
Preschool (Family)
$1,595/mo
$19,140/year
Healthcare 40 services
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $274.75 |
| Specialist Visit | $384.65 |
| Urgent Care Visit | $219.80 |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,417.80 |
| Dental Cleaning | $142.87 |
| Dental Filling | $274.75 |
| Root Canal | $1,099.00 |
| Dental Crown | $1,318.80 |
| Tooth Extraction | $274.75 |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $1,648.50 |
| Teeth Whitening | $549.50 |
| Dental Implant | $4,396.00 |
| Eye Exam | $219.80 |
| Glasses (Prescription) | $384.65 |
| Contact Lenses (Annual) | $274.75 annual |
| LASIK (Per Eye) | $2,747.50 per eye |
| X-Ray | $274.75 |
| MRI | $1,648.50 |
| CT Scan | $1,318.80 |
| Ultrasound | $439.60 |
| Blood Test (Basic Panel) | $164.85 |
| Physical Therapy (Session) | $164.85 per session |
| Chiropractor Visit | $82.43 |
| Dermatologist Visit | $274.75 |
| Mental Health Therapy | $192.33 per session |
| Psychiatrist Visit | $329.70 |
| Colonoscopy | $2,747.50 |
| Mammogram | $329.70 |
| Knee Replacement | $38,465.00 |
| Hip Replacement | $35,168.00 |
| Cataract Surgery (Per Eye) | $3,846.50 per eye |
| ACL Surgery | $27,475.00 |
| Appendectomy | $16,485.00 |
| C-Section Delivery | $24,178.00 |
| Normal Childbirth | $14,287.00 |
| Flu Shot | $43.96 |
| COVID Test | $109.90 |
| Prescription (Generic, 30-day) | $16.49 per month |
| Prescription (Brand, 30-day) | $274.75 per month |
| Ambulance Ride | $1,318.80 |
Auto Repair 18 services
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $49.46 |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $82.43 |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $329.70 |
| Tire Rotation | $43.96 |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $659.40 set of 4 |
| Battery Replacement | $219.80 |
| Transmission Repair | $3,297.00 |
| AC Repair | $549.50 |
| Windshield Replacement | $384.65 |
| Wheel Alignment | $109.90 |
| Spark Plug Replacement | $219.80 |
| Alternator Replacement | $549.50 |
| Timing Belt Replacement | $769.30 |
| Car Detailing (Full) | $219.80 |
| Towing (Per Mile) | $5.50 per mile |
| State Inspection | $32.97 |
| Emissions Test | $54.95 |
| Check Engine Diagnostic | $109.90 |
Home Services 25 services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $109.90 per hour |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $98.91 per hour |
| HVAC Repair | $439.60 |
| HVAC System Install | $7,693.00 |
| Roof Repair | $1,099.00 |
| Roof Replacement | $9,891.00 |
| Interior Painting (Avg Home) | $2,747.50 |
| Exterior Painting (Avg Home) | $3,846.50 |
| Pest Control (One-Time) | $219.80 |
| Pest Control (Annual Plan) | $549.50 annual |
| Carpet Cleaning (3 Rooms) | $192.33 |
| Lawn Mowing (Per Visit) | $54.95 per visit |
| Lawn Care (Monthly) | $164.85 monthly |
| Tree Removal | $879.20 |
| Gutter Cleaning | $219.80 |
| Pressure Washing (House) | $329.70 |
| Foundation Repair | $5,495.00 |
| Kitchen Remodel (Mid-Range) | $32,970.00 |
| Bathroom Remodel (Mid-Range) | $13,188.00 |
| Flooring Install | $8.79 per sq ft |
| Window Replacement | $714.35 per window |
| Fence Install (Wood) | $32.97 per ft |
| Garage Door Replacement | $1,318.80 |
| Water Heater Replacement | $1,648.50 |
| Septic Tank Pumping | $439.60 |
Legal 12 services
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,648.50 |
| Divorce (Contested) | $16,485.00 |
| DUI Defense | $5,495.00 |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,648.50 |
| Will Preparation | $549.50 |
| Trust Preparation | $2,747.50 |
| Real Estate Closing | $2,198.00 |
| Traffic Ticket Defense | $329.70 |
| LLC Formation | $549.50 |
| Immigration Consultation | $329.70 |
| Criminal Defense (Misdemeanor) | $3,297.00 |
| Personal Injury (Contingency) | $36.27 % of settlement |
Personal Care 12 services
| Men's Haircut | $27.48 |
| Women's Haircut | $60.45 |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $164.85 |
| Manicure | $27.48 |
| Pedicure | $43.96 |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $87.92 per session |
| Facial Treatment | $109.90 |
| Gym Membership | $54.95 monthly |
| Personal Trainer (Session) | $76.93 per session |
| Dry Cleaning (Suit) | $16.49 |
| Laundromat (Per Load) | $4.40 per load |
| Spa Day Package | $274.75 |
Food & Grocery 20 services
| Gallon of Milk | $4.51 per gallon |
| Dozen Eggs | $3.85 per dozen |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.18 |
| Chicken Breast | $4.95 per lb |
| Ground Beef | $6.04 per lb |
| Rice | $1.10 per lb |
| Bananas | $0.71 per lb |
| Apples | $1.98 per lb |
| Coffee | $8.24 per lb |
| Gasoline | $3.85 per gallon |
| Fast Food Meal | $10.99 |
| Restaurant Meal (Casual) | $19.78 |
| Restaurant Meal (Fine Dining) | $65.94 |
| Pizza Delivery (Large) | $19.78 |
| Coffee (Cafe Latte) | $6.04 |
| Beer (6-Pack Domestic) | $10.99 |
| Wine (750ml, Mid-Range) | $16.49 |
| Cigarettes (Pack) | $9.34 per pack |
| Baby Formula (Can) | $27.48 |
| Dog Food (Monthly) | $54.95 monthly |
Utilities 8 services
| Electricity (Monthly) | $153.86 monthly |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $76.93 monthly |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $76.93 monthly |
| Internet (Monthly) | $76.93 monthly |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $71.44 monthly |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $93.42 monthly |
| Trash Collection (Monthly) | $38.47 monthly |
| Home Insurance (Annual) | $2,198.00 annual |
Transportation 8 services
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $219.80 monthly |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,198.00 annual |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $76.93 monthly |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $16.49 |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $109.90 annual |
| Driver's License Renewal | $32.97 |
| Tolls (Monthly Commuter) | $54.95 monthly |
| Vehicle Property Tax (Annual) | $439.60 annual |
Education & Childcare 8 services
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,318.80 monthly |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,099.00 monthly |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $439.60 monthly |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $54.95 per hour |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,099.00 |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,737.50 annual |
| Community College (Annual) | $4,396.00 annual |
| State University (Annual) | $10,990.00 annual |
Pets 9 services
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $65.94 |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $109.90 annual |
| Dog Grooming | $65.94 |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $43.96 per night |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $329.70 |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $219.80 |
| Pet Emergency Visit | $879.20 |
| Dental Cleaning (Dog) | $439.60 |
| Microchipping | $54.95 |
Complete Cost Data
Housing Costs
| Cost of Living Index | 109.9 |
| Median Rent | $1,900 |
| Rent Burden | 28.5% |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,712 |
| FMR Studio | $1,953 |
| FMR 1-Bedroom | $2,015 |
| FMR 2-Bedroom | $2,246 |
| FMR 3-Bedroom | $2,835 |
| FMR 4-Bedroom | $3,332 |
Childcare (Monthly)
| Infant (Center) | $2,122 |
| Toddler (Center) | $1,951 |
| Preschool (Center) | $1,700 |
| Infant (Family) | $1,732 |
| Toddler (Family) | $1,703 |
| Preschool (Family) | $1,595 |
Income Context
| Median Income | $106,287 |
| Per Capita Income | $75,253 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $134,291 |