ZIP code 20747
Where is ZIP code 20747?
District Heights, Maryland
Prince George's County · Standard ZIP code
ZIP code 20747 belongs to District Heights, Maryland in Prince George's County. 20747 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 227, 240 and 301. About 38,301 people live in the 20747 area, where the median household income is $76,298. The closest ZIP codes are 20703 (Lanham, 1.5 mi southeast), 20717 (Bowie, 1.5 mi southeast) and 20718 (Bowie, 1.5 mi southeast).
| ZIP code | 20747 |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard ZIP code for street addresses and PO Boxes |
| Status | Active |
| City | District Heights |
| Also accepted | District Hts, Forestville |
| State | Maryland (MD) |
| County | Prince George's County |
| Time zone | Eastern Time · now |
| Area codes | 227, 240, 301 |
| Coordinates | 38.8539, -76.8891 map |
| 3-digit prefix | 207 |
Population and income in 20747
| Population | 38,301 · higher than 89% of Maryland ZIP codes |
|---|---|
| People per square mile | 4,848 · higher than 90% of Maryland ZIP codes |
| Median age | 39.5 years · lower than 64% of Maryland ZIP codes |
| Men / women | 44% / 56% |
| Median household income | $76,298 · lower than 81% of Maryland ZIP codes |
| Income per person | $39,977 |
| Below the poverty line | 12% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 26% of adults 25+ |
| Median home value | $344,800 · lower than 68% of Maryland ZIP codes |
| Median rent | $1,693 a month |
| Housing units | 17,485 |
| Households | 16,103 (2.37 people on average) |
| Owners / renters | 50% / 50% |
| Land area | 7.9 sq mi |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020–2024) for ZIP Code Tabulation Area 20747. Census ZIP areas are close to, but not exactly the same as, USPS delivery areas.
ZIP codes near 20747
| ZIP code | City | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20703 | Lanham, MD | 1.5 mi SE | PO Box only |
| 20717 | Bowie, MD | 1.5 mi SE | PO Box only |
| 20718 | Bowie, MD | 1.5 mi SE | PO Box only |
| 20719 | Bowie, MD | 1.5 mi SE | PO Box only |
| 20741 | College Park, MD | 1.5 mi SE | PO Box only |
| 20749 | Fort Washington, MD | 1.5 mi SE | PO Box only |
| 20753 | District Heights, MD | 1.5 mi SE | PO Box only |
| 20775 | Upper Marlboro, MD | 1.5 mi SE | PO Box only |
| 20790 | Capitol Heights, MD | 1.5 mi SE | Unique |
| 20791 | Capitol Heights, MD | 1.5 mi SE | PO Box only |
| 20799 | Capitol Heights, MD | 1.5 mi SE | Unique |
| 20752 | Suitland, MD | 1.9 mi W | PO Box only |
Straight-line distance between ZIP code center points. Find every ZIP code within 10 miles of 20747 or measure the distance to another ZIP code.
How to address mail to 20747
123 MAIN ST
DISTRICT HEIGHTS MD 20747
Put the city, the two-letter state code and the ZIP code on the last line. USPS also accepts DISTRICT HTS and FORESTVILLE as the city name for 20747. Adding the 4-digit ZIP+4 code (20747-XXXX) helps mail sort faster but isn’t required.
Other ZIP codes in District Heights, MD
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Questions
- What city is ZIP code 20747?
- 20747 is a District Heights, Maryland ZIP code. District Hts and Forestville are also accepted as the city name.
- What county is 20747 in?
- ZIP code 20747 is in Prince George's County, Maryland.
- What time zone is ZIP code 20747 in?
- 20747 is in the Eastern Time zone (America/New_York).
- What area code is 20747?
- Phone numbers in ZIP code 20747 use area codes 227, 240 and 301.
- What is the population of ZIP code 20747?
- About 38,301 people live in ZIP code 20747, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
- What is the median income in 20747?
- The median household income in 20747 is $76,298 a year, lower than 81% of Maryland ZIP codes.
- What ZIP codes are near 20747?
- The nearest ZIP codes to 20747 are 20703 (Lanham, 1.5 miles), 20717 (Bowie, 1.5 miles), 20718 (Bowie, 1.5 miles) and 20719 (Bowie, 1.5 miles).