NEIGHBORHOOD
Catholic University
District of Columbia · Washington · 3,058 residents · 1.05 sq mi
The short version
With 3,058 people, Catholic University is a neighborhood in Washington. 57.2% of people here live below the federal poverty line. Owners hold 33% of the housing stock. Median rent is $2,532 a month. The median age is 34.0, younger than the US median of 38.9. The average commute runs 16 minutes. These figures are approximated by combining the 2 census tracts that make up Catholic University; the Census Bureau does not tabulate data for neighborhoods directly.
At a glance
Wealthier
median household income $117,460, above the US median
US median: $82,259
Younger
median age 34.0
US median: 38.9
More educated
44% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 36%
Renter-heavy
33% owner-occupied
US average: 65%
In context
Catholic University compared with Washington
| Measure | Catholic University | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $117,460 | $109,870 | 7% higher |
| Median home value | $441,100 | $737,100 | 40% lower |
| Homes that are rented | 66.6% | 58.5% | +8.1 pts |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 43.9% | 64.2% | −20.3 pts |
| Poverty rate | 57.2% | 15.4% | +41.8 pts |
| Foreign-born residents | 11.7% | 14.3% | −2.6 pts |
| Median age | 34.0 | 34.9 | 0.9 years younger |
Section 01
Population & growth
Total population
3,058
Population density
2,901 / sq mi
US average: 281
Median age
34.0
US average: 38.9
Land area
1.05 sq mi
Section 02
Income & economy
Median household income
$117,460
US average: $82,259
Per capita income
$34,303
US average: $44,673
Households earning $100K+
69.6%
US average: 53.3%
Poverty rate
57.2%
US average: 12.5%
Income inequality (Gini)
0.316
US average: 0.476
Workforce by industry, 2024
Other services5.3%
Wholesale trade3.6%
Information3.4%
Arts, entertainment, food0.7%
Retail trade0.2%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing0%
Construction0%
Manufacturing0%
Transportation & warehousing0%
Finance & insurance0%
Professional, scientific, technical0%
Education & health services0%
Public administration0%
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Section 03
Housing
Median home value
$441,100
US average: $376,019
Median gross rent
$2,532
US average: $1,442
Owner-occupied
33.4%
66.6% rent
Vacancy rate
19.8%
US average: 10.0%
Persons per household
1.53 people
US average: 2.54
Owner cost-burdened
25.9%
US average: 22.9%
Renter cost-burdened
39.7%
US average: 47.4%
Afford Score
3.8
Years of local income it takes to buy a local home, on a scale of about 0 to 15. Lower is more affordable.
Section 04
Race & ethnicity
2024
White, non-Hispanic38%(1,162)
Black39%(1,193)
Hispanic / Latino12%(366)
Asian6.9%(211)
Other4.1%(126)
2024
White, non-Hispanic38%(1,162)
Black39%(1,193)
Hispanic / Latino12%(366)
Asian6.9%(211)
Other4.1%(126)
Diversity Score
85
Our index, 0 to 100. Higher means a more even mix of racial and ethnic groups.
Section 05
Education
Bachelor's degree or higher
43.9%
US average: 35.6%
High school or higher
89.9%
US average: 89.6%
Graduate degree
19.1%
US average: 14.0%
Section 06
Commute & transportation
Average commute
15.9 min
US average: 26.5
Drive alone to work
27.8%
US average: 68.9%
Carpooled to work
1.0%
US average: 8.5%
Public transit
4.4%
US average: 3.2%
Worked from home
35.1%
US average: 15.0%
Walked to work
28.2%
US average: 2.4%
Biked to work
1.3%
US average: 0.4%
No vehicle available
36.7%
US average: 8.3%
Section 07
Work & employment
Unemployment rate
5.7%
US average: 5.2%
Labor force participation
42.5%
US average: 63.5%
Self-employed
12.9%
US average: 13.1%
Management & professional
61.2%
US average: 42.5%
Section 08
People & community
Male
49.3%
Female
50.7%
Foreign born
11.7%
US average: 14.1%
Veterans
11.9%
US average: 6.2%
With a disability
14.4%
US average: 13.3%
Uninsured
1.3%
US average: 8.4%
Broadband at home
75.9%
US average: 91.0%
English only at home
82.2%
US average: 77.7%
Spanish at home
7.0%
US average: 13.6%
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Frequently asked
How many people live in Catholic University, Washington, District of Columbia?
Catholic University, Washington, District of Columbia has about 3,058 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.
What is the median household income in Catholic University, Washington, District of Columbia?
The typical household in Catholic University, Washington, District of Columbia earns about $117,460 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Catholic University, Washington, District of Columbia expensive?
In Catholic University, Washington, District of Columbia, the median home is worth about $441,100, and the typical rent is about $2,532 a month.
How educated are people in Catholic University, Washington, District of Columbia?
About 43.9% of adults age 25 and over in Catholic University, Washington, District of Columbia hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Catholic University, Washington, District of Columbia?
About 57.2% of people in Catholic University, Washington, District of Columbia live below the federal poverty line.
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WashingtonDATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024