ZIP code 20743
Where is ZIP code 20743?
Capitol Heights, Maryland
Prince George's County · Standard ZIP code
ZIP code 20743 belongs to Capitol Heights, Maryland in Prince George's County. 20743 is a standard ZIP code, so it covers street addresses as well as PO Boxes. It is in the Eastern Time zone and uses area codes 202, 227, 240, 301 and 771. About 41,093 people live in the 20743 area, where the median household income is $76,466. The closest ZIP codes are 20731 (Capitol Heights, 1.3 mi west), 20019 (Washington, 2.4 mi west) and 20785 (Hyattsville, 2.4 mi north).
| ZIP code | 20743 |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard ZIP code for street addresses and PO Boxes |
| Status | Active |
| City | Capitol Heights |
| Also accepted | Capitol Hgts, Fairmount Heights, Fairmount Hgt, Seat Pleasant |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Prince George's County |
| Time zone | Eastern Time · now |
| Area codes | 202, 227, 240, 301, 771 |
| Coordinates | 38.8897, -76.8925 map |
| 3-digit prefix | 207 |
Population and income in 20743
| Population | 41,093 · higher than 92% of Maryland ZIP codes |
|---|---|
| People per square mile | 4,263 · higher than 88% of Maryland ZIP codes |
| Median age | 37.3 years · lower than 78% of Maryland ZIP codes |
| Men / women | 49% / 51% |
| Median household income | $76,466 · lower than 80% of Maryland ZIP codes |
| Income per person | $36,804 |
| Below the poverty line | 16% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 23% of adults 25+ |
| Median home value | $341,000 · lower than 69% of Maryland ZIP codes |
| Median rent | $1,609 a month |
| Housing units | 16,442 |
| Households | 15,610 (2.62 people on average) |
| Owners / renters | 66% / 34% |
| Land area | 9.64 sq mi |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020–2024) for ZIP Code Tabulation Area 20743. Census ZIP areas are close to, but not exactly the same as, USPS delivery areas.
ZIP codes near 20743
| ZIP code | City | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20731 | Capitol Heights, MD | 1.3 mi W | PO Box only |
| 20019 | Washington, DC | 2.4 mi W | Standard |
| 20785 | Hyattsville, MD | 2.4 mi N | Standard |
| 20747 | District Heights, MD | 2.5 mi S | Standard |
| 20752 | Suitland, MD | 3.3 mi SW | PO Box only |
| 20746 | Suitland, MD | 3.6 mi SW | Standard |
| 20703 | Lanham, MD | 4 mi S | PO Box only |
| 20717 | Bowie, MD | 4 mi S | PO Box only |
| 20718 | Bowie, MD | 4 mi S | PO Box only |
| 20719 | Bowie, MD | 4 mi S | PO Box only |
| 20741 | College Park, MD | 4 mi S | PO Box only |
| 20749 | Fort Washington, MD | 4 mi S | PO Box only |
Straight-line distance between ZIP code center points. Find every ZIP code within 10 miles of 20743 or measure the distance to another ZIP code.
How to address mail to 20743
123 MAIN ST
CAPITOL HEIGHTS MD 20743
Put the city, the two-letter state code and the ZIP code on the last line. USPS also accepts CAPITOL HGTS, FAIRMOUNT HEIGHTS, FAIRMOUNT HGT and SEAT PLEASANT as the city name for 20743. Adding the 4-digit ZIP+4 code (20743-XXXX) helps mail sort faster but isn’t required.
Other ZIP codes in Capitol Heights, MD
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Questions
- What city is ZIP code 20743?
- 20743 is a Capitol Heights, Maryland ZIP code. Capitol Hgts, Fairmount Heights, Fairmount Hgt and Seat Pleasant are also accepted as the city name.
- What county is 20743 in?
- ZIP code 20743 is in Prince George's County, Maryland.
- What time zone is ZIP code 20743 in?
- 20743 is in the Eastern Time zone (America/New_York).
- What area code is 20743?
- Phone numbers in ZIP code 20743 use area codes 202, 227, 240, 301 and 771.
- What is the population of ZIP code 20743?
- About 41,093 people live in ZIP code 20743, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
- What is the median income in 20743?
- The median household income in 20743 is $76,466 a year, lower than 80% of Maryland ZIP codes.
- What ZIP codes are near 20743?
- The nearest ZIP codes to 20743 are 20731 (Capitol Heights, 1.3 miles), 20019 (Washington, 2.4 miles), 20785 (Hyattsville, 2.4 miles) and 20747 (District Heights, 2.5 miles).