Cost of Living in District of Columbia
Based on 1 city we track in District of Columbia.
State Medians
Median 1BR Rent
$1,885
Median Home Value
$724,600
Median Income
$106,287
Avg Temperature
58.2°F
Medians across the District of Columbia cities we track — not a statewide population-weighted figure.
State Taxes
State Sales Tax
6%
State Income Tax (top rate)
Up to 10.75%
Cities in District of Columbia
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Sources: US Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year; NOAA Climate Normals 1981–2010; Tax Foundation 2026 (state taxes).