Welcome to CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743
20743 is a suburban zip code in Capitol Heights, Maryland. The population is primarily African-American, and mostly single. Housing prices here (average $225,400) are fairly typical for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area.
The average family income here is $55,693/year. This is less than the national average of $70,000/year. However, the national average number is a little misleading because there are some very wealthy Americans earning $50 million a year or more. (Wouldn't that be nice!) This pushes the national average higher than in would be without those edge cases. The median household income in the US (median, meaning half of US households make more and half make less) is at about $50,000/year. Median family income in 20743 is $48,449.
An intersting fact about income: Men in 20743 earn an average of $29,618/year. Women earn only $27,988/year.
17,417 people in 20743 have jobs. This statistic includes anyone over the age of 16.
Are you thinking about moving to a neighborhood in 20743? You might be interested to know that the average commute time to work for people living in 20743 is 35.2 minutes!
The median age here is 36. There are 17,829 men and 20,792 women. The median age for men is 33 while for women the median age is 38.
To give you a sense of the community, 23,567 people (out of the 38,621 people live here) have lived in their home at least 5 years. The Post Office delivers mail to 14,797 homes, and 1,091 businesses every day. 191 people ride bikes or walk to work on a fairly regular basis.
20743 Zip code is located in the Eastern time zone at 39 degrees latitude (Fun Fact: this is the same latitude as Tianjin, China!) and -77 degrees longitude. It has an average elevation of 116 feet above sea levell.
Neighborhoods in Zip Code 20743
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Premier Neighborhoods How to Earn a Star
- Addison Glen
- Brooksquare Condominiums Neighborhood Watch
- Cedar Heights Recreation Council
- Cedar/Jefferson Hghts Civic Association
- Chapel Oaks/Beaver Heights Citizens Assoc.
- Coalition of Civic Assoc.
- Community In Action
- Emo Street Watch
- Fairmount Heights Citizens Assoc.
- London Woods Community Assn.
- Pepper Mill Villiage Civic Assoc.
- Zelma Avenue Civic Assoc.
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HOA Property Management Information in Capitol Heights, MD
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HOA Property Management Resources
- 5 Signs It's Time to Fire Your Association Manager
- How To Select the Right HOA Management Company
- Should You Hire An HOA Management Firm?
- How To Collect Delinquent HOA Dues and Fees
- Should Your HOA Invest Its Reserves?
- What Should You Expect from Your Management Company?
- Understanding Authority is Key to HOA Communication
Real Estate & Home Values in Capitol Heights, MD
Average Home Value in 20743: $225,400
Home Buyer and Seller Resources
- Does Mortgage Aid Hurt Your Credit?
- Loan Modification: Is it Right for You?
- Should You Refinance Your Mortgage?
- First Time Homebuyers Guide
- Financial Assistance for First Time Homebuyers
- Do You Qualify for an FHA Loan?
- Homeowners insurance: What you need to know
- Home Maintenance Checklist
- What Is A Short Sale?
- What Is A Deed-In-Lieu?
- Reverse mortgage: the pros and cons
- How to Sell Your Home In a Down Market
- 2009 Mortgage Bailout Explained
- Obama Stimulus Plan FAQ
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Demographics
- Total Population: 38,621
- White Population: 1,722
- Black Population: 35,696
- Hispanic Population: 2,110
- Asian Population: 262
- Hawaiian Population: 25
- Indian Population: 454
- Male Population: 17,829
- Female Population: 20,792
- Median Age: 36
- Median Age of Males: 33
- Median Age of Females: 38
Geography
- Region: South
- Division: South Atlantic
- State: Maryland
- CSA Name: Washington-Baltimore-Northern Virginia, DC-MD-VA-WV
- CBSA Type: Metropolitan
- CBSA Name: Washington-Arlington-Alexandria DC-VA-MD-WV
- County: Prince George's
- City: Capitol Heights
- Longitude: -76.9
- Latitude: 38.9
- Elevation: 116 feet above sea levele
- Area code: 301
Marital Status
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The Commute to Work
- Total commuters: 17,106
- Drive alone: 9,850
- Carpool: 3,088
- Public transit: 3,884
- Ride bikes or walk: 191
- Average commute time: 35.2 minutes.
- 0 - 5: 67
- 5 - 9: 560
- 10 - 14: 1,221
- 15 - 19: 1,736
- 20 - 24: 2,228
- 25 - 29: 1,237
- 30 - 34: 3,402
- 35 - 39: 611
- 40 - 44: 812
- 45 - 59: 2,620
- 60 - 89: 1,916
- 90 plus: 696
The Economics
- Average House Value: $225,400
- Average Annual Household Income: $57,772
- Businesses: 539
- Employees: 10,191
- Annual Payroll: $423,770,000
- Average Family Income: $55,693
- Median Family Income: $44,197
- Average Income for Men: $29,618
- Average Income for Women: $27,988
The Politics
- Congressional District: 04
- Congressional District Land Area: 315.0
- Sr Senator: Barbara A. Mikulski (D)
- Jr Senator: Benjamin L. Cardin (D)
- US House Representative: Donna F. Edwards (D)
Other Stuff
- County FIPS Code: 033
- State FIPS Code: 24
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Schools in 20743 Zip Code
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- Primary Schools
- Bradbury Heights Elementary
- 1401 Glacier Ave
- Capitol Heights, MD 20743
- (301) 817-0570
- Capitol Heights Elementary
- 601 Suffolk Ave
- Capitol Heights, MD 20743
- (301) 817-0494
- Carmody Hills Elementary
- 401 Jadeleaf Ave
- Capitol Heights, MD 20743
- (301) 808-8180
- Doswell E. Brooks Elementary
- 1301 Brooke Rd
- Capitol Heights, MD 20743
- (301) 817-0480
- H. W. Wheatley Early Childhood Center
- 8801 Ritchie Dr
- Capitol Heights, MD 20743
- (301) 808-8100
- John Eager Howard Elementary
- 4400 Shell St
- Capitol Heights, MD 20743
- (301) 817-0460
- John H. Bayne Elementary
- 7010 Walker Mill Rd
- Capitol Heights, MD 20743
- (301) 499-7020
- Robert R. Gray Elementary
- 4949 Addison Rd
- District Heights, MD 20743
- (301) 636-8400
- Seat Pleasant Elementary
- 6411 G St
- Seat Pleasant, MD 20743
- (301) 925-2330
- William W. Hall Elementary
- 5200 Marlboro Pk
- Capitol Heights, MD 20743
- (301) 817-2933
- Middle Schools
- Walker Mill Middle School
- 800 Karen Blvd
- Capitol Heights, MD 20743
- (301) 808-4055
- High Schools
- Central High
- 200 Cabin Branch Rd
- Capitol Heights, MD 20743
- (301) 499-7080
- Fairmont Heights High
- 1401 Nye St
- Capitol Heights, MD 20743
- (301) 925-1360
- Other Schools
- Lyndon Hill Elementary
- 6181 Central Ave
- Capitol Heights, MD 20743
- (301) 808-4034
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Sex Offender Information
For most citizens, the easiest method to obtain accurate and timely sex offender information for their local area is to visit their state sex offender registry website. States are required to provide this information for free. You do not need to pay for this information.
In the 20743 zip code, the registered sex offenders can be found at http://www.dpscs.state.md.us/onlineservs/sor/. Please be sure to read all the disclaimers provided by the state.
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