Brightwood

DC

District of Columbia, District of Columbia

Population 681K |Median income $109,870

Population
681,294
District of Columbia
Median Income
$109,870
+62% vs avg
Median Home Value
$737,100
+224% vs avg
Median Age
34.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
681K+10%
Median Income
$109,870+67%
Median Home Value
$737,100+66%
Poverty Rate
15.4%-17%
Unemployment
6.3%-42%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,954/mo
Poverty Rate
15.4% +8% vs avg
Unemployment 6.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 64.2%
Work From Home 33%
Public Transit 20.3%

Population

African American 42.1%
White 37.9%
Asian 4.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
32.8%
High Blood Pressure
28.5%
Obesity
24.7%
Binge Drinking
23.4%
Physical Inactivity
14.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.1%
Current Asthma
10.2%
Current Smoking
9.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
9.2%
Diabetes
7.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.8%
Dental Visit 69%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
6.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
3.8%
Stroke
2.8%

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Brightwood, DC? ▼
Brightwood, DC has a population of 681,294 people, located in District of Columbia, District of Columbia.
What is the median household income in Brightwood? ▼
The median household income in Brightwood, DC is $109,870 per year. The poverty rate is 15.4%.
What is the median home value in Brightwood? ▼
The median home value in Brightwood, DC is $737,100. Median rent is $1,954/month.
What are the top health concerns in Brightwood? ▼
The top health indicators in Brightwood include Short Sleep Duration (32.8%), High Blood Pressure (28.5%), Obesity (24.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Brightwood? ▼
The median age in Brightwood, DC is 34.9 years. 64.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Brightwood, DC is located in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. With a population of 681K and a median household income of $109,870, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Safety alerts for the Brightwood area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (District of Columbia) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.