Hyattsville ZIP Code List — Prince Georges County, MD

There are 7 unique ZIP codes in Hyattsville, Maryland. Area code: 301/240.

ZIP codes

26.81

sq mi land

0.15

sq mi water

301/240

area code

Hyattsville, MD ZIP code map

About Hyattsville, MD

Hyattsville, Maryland, is a vibrant city located in Prince Georges County, known for its rich cultural history and close-knit community. Featuring a mix of suburban tranquility and urban convenience, it offers a unique living environment just minutes away from Washington, D.C. The city is characterized by its diverse population and thriving local arts scene.

Location & geography

Hyattsville is situated approximately 5 miles northeast of Washington, D.C., making it a prime location for commuters and visitors alike. The city shares borders with neighboring communities such as College Park to the east and Riverdale Park to the south. Covering a land area of 57.00 square miles and a water area of 0.23 square miles, it boasts a mixture of residential neighborhoods and commercial spaces.

Community & economy

The character of Hyattsville is defined by its strong sense of community and active citizen engagement. Industries in this area tend to focus on local commerce, with numerous small businesses contributing to the city’s economic landscape. Daily life in Hyattsville is enriched by cultural events, parks, and public spaces that encourage social interaction and community involvement.

Transportation

Key highways that serve Hyattsville include the Baltimore-Washington Parkway (US-295) and the Capital Beltway (I-495), providing easy access to surrounding areas. The nearest major airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, located approximately 10 miles to the southwest. Public transportation options are robust, with access to Metro and local bus services facilitating travel throughout the region.

History

Hyattsville was founded in the 1840s and quickly developed as a residential area due to its proximity to the nation's capital. Historically, the city has been influenced by various industries, including retail and service sectors that support its local economy. Notable events include the city's growth in the late 19th century when it became a popular suburb for Washington, D.C. workers.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Hyattsville is that it is home to several historic sites, including the Hyattsville Historic District, which showcases Victorian-era architecture. Additionally, the city hosts the annual Hyattsville Arts and Ales festival, connecting the local artistic community with beer enthusiasts.

ZIP codes for Hyattsville, MD (7)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
20781	Hyattsville	Prince Georges	View map
20782	Hyattsville	Prince Georges	View map
20783	Hyattsville	Prince Georges	View map
20784	Hyattsville	Prince Georges	View map
20785	Hyattsville	Prince Georges	View map
20787	Hyattsville	Prince Georges	View map
20788	Hyattsville	Prince Georges	View map

Demographics & statistics

171,783

Population

34.9

Median age

$81,635

Median household income

$34,903

Per capita income

$370,920

Median home value

$1,690

Median monthly rent

50.4%

Home ownership

13.0%

Poverty rate

6.4%

Unemployment

30,732

Housing units

29.4%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

6,741

Under 5

6,445

6,633

5–9

6,341

5,970

10–14

5,708

4,992

15–19

4,773

5,151

20–24

4,925

14,529

25–34

13,890

13,636

35–44

13,036

10,532

45–54

10,069

5,044

55–59

4,822

4,542

60–64

4,342

6,430

65–74

6,147

2,644

75–84

2,528

978

85+

935

← Male

Female →

Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	43,944	25.2%
18 and over	127,839	74.8%
65 and over	19,662	11.4%
Median age	34.9 years

Race & ethnicity

Black or African American 32.3%

Hispanic or Latino 27%

Other race 24.4%

White 9.4%

Two or more races 4.3%

Asian 2.3%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.3%

Group	Count	%
Black or African American	75,871	32.3%
Hispanic or Latino	63,403	27%
Other race	57,454	24.4%
White	22,024	9.4%
Two or more races	10,189	4.3%
Asian	5,360	2.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native	802	0.3%

Household income

Under $10k 4.1%

$10k–$15k 2.8%

$15k–$25k 5.1%

$25k–$35k 5.4%

$35k–$50k 10.2%

$50k–$75k 17.3%

$75k–$100k 14.9%

$100k–$150k 19.6%

$150k–$200k 10.5%

$200k+ 10.0%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	4.1%
$10k–$15k	2.8%
$15k–$25k	5.1%
$25k–$35k	5.4%
$35k–$50k	10.2%
$50k–$75k	17.3%
$75k–$100k	14.9%
$100k–$150k	19.6%
$150k–$200k	10.5%
$200k+	10.0%
Median income	$81,635

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 1.9%

$50k–$100k 2.7%

$100k–$150k 2.3%

$150k–$200k 3.6%

$200k–$300k 17.6%

$300k–$500k 55.2%

$500k–$1M 14.8%

$1M+ 2.1%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$370,920
Median rent / month	$1,690
Owner occupied	50.4%
Renter occupied	49.6%
Vacant	5.2%
Single-family detached	42.9%
Large apartment buildings	15.1%
Mobile homes	0.5%
Median rooms	5.2
Avg household size (owned)	3.11

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.0%
2010–2019	5.8%
2000–2009	5.7%
1990–1999	7.6%
1980–1989	7.6%
1970–1979	10.3%
1960–1969	20.9%
1950–1959	22.7%
1940–1949	10.7%
1939 or earlier	8.7%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	2.3%
1 bedroom	17.8%
2 bedrooms	25.7%
3 bedrooms	31.5%
4 bedrooms	14.6%
5+ bedrooms	8.0%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	13.1%
1 vehicle	40.0%
2 vehicles	29.4%
3 or more	17.5%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	67.1%
Electricity	29.3%
Propane / LP gas	0.9%
Fuel oil	1.3%
Solar	0.1%
No fuel used	0.7%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	20,227	36.4%
Cohabiting couple	4,556	8.5%
Male householder, no spouse	12,526	22.0%
Female householder, no spouse	19,272	33.0%
Households with children under 18	19,848	34.6%
Households with seniors (65+)	14,656	25.6%
Average household size	3.01

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	48.6%	44.3%
Married	39.4%	36.6%
Separated	2.3%	2.2%
Widowed	1.8%	6.4%
Divorced	7.9%	10.5%

Education

Less than 9th grade 14.9%

Some HS, no diploma 8.3%

HS graduate 24.7%

Some college, no degree 16.8%

Associate's degree 6.0%

Bachelor's degree 15.8%

Graduate / professional 13.6%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	76.8%
Bachelor's or higher	29.4%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	1,955	4.5%
Kindergarten	2,583	5.9%
Elementary school	19,629	44.9%
High school	8,409	18.8%
College / grad school	10,821	25.9%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 20.2%

Construction 15.3%

Professional & management 14.3%

Arts, food & hospitality 10.5%

Public administration 8.9%

Retail trade 8.1%

Other services 6.8%

Transportation & utilities 5.5%

Finance & real estate 3.7%

Manufacturing 2.5%

Information 2.3%

Wholesale trade 1.7%

Agriculture & mining 0.1%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	31.8%
Service	23.9%
Sales & office	16.1%
Natural resources & construction	17.1%
Production & transportation	11.0%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	75.7%
Government	18.2%
Self-employed	6.0%
Unpaid family workers	0.1%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	56.4%
Carpool	14.0%
Public transit	13.5%
Walk	2.4%
Other means	2.6%
Avg commute (minutes)	34.3

Poverty

All people 13.0%

Under 18 years 17.4%

18 and over 11.5%

Married-couple families 6.7%

Female-led households 16.1%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	21.3%
Retirement income	20.1%
Supplemental Security	3.4%
Cash public assistance	2.2%
Food stamps / SNAP	12.2%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	33.4%
High cholesterol	29.8%
Heart disease	4.3%
Stroke	2.9%
Asthma	9.9%
Arthritis	17.9%
Kidney disease	2.6%
Pulmonary disease	4.6%
Cancer	4.2%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	12.8%
No physical activity	26.2%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	40.0%
Fair or poor health	15.9%
Poor mental health	14.5%
Poor physical health	8.9%
No health insurance	21.5%
Visited doctor (checkup)	73.6%
Visited dentist	52.7%
Cholesterol screening	89.7%
Teeth loss	12.8%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	4,969	3.8%

Disability	%
Any disability	8.1%
Under 18	2.7%
18–64 years	7.1%
65 and over	25.6%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	52.5%
Public insurance	37.5%
Uninsured under 19	9.5%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	158,597	92.3%
Spanish	47,006	27.7%
Other Indo-European	39,123	23.4%
Asian & Pacific Islander	3,411	1.8%
Other languages	996	0.5%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	102,751	61.8%
Born in same state	100,466	60.5%
Born in different state	38,060	22.0%
Foreign born	2,285	1.4%
Naturalized citizen	69,032	38.2%
Not a US citizen	22,620	35.5%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
Italian	4,399	2.6%
Arab	3,739	2.2%
French	3,070	1.8%
Polish	308	0.2%
English	255	0.1%

Ancestry	Count	%
Dutch	232	0.1%
German	173	0.1%
Irish	140	0.1%
Norwegian	75	0%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	33.3%
Internet access	96.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Hyattsville, MD have?

Hyattsville, MD has 5 ZIP codes: 20781, 20782, 20783, 20784, 20785. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.

What is the main ZIP code for Hyattsville, MD?

The primary ZIP code for Hyattsville, MD is 20781. The city uses area code 301 or 240 for phone service.

What county is Hyattsville, MD in?

Hyattsville is located in Prince Georges County, Maryland.

How many ZIP codes are in Hyattsville, MD?

Hyattsville, MD has 5 ZIP codes.

What ZIP code is the University of Maryland College Park campus located in, and does it overlap with Hyattsville?

The University of Maryland College Park campus is primarily in College Park (20742), but Hyattsville's ZIP codes 20781 and 20782 cover areas in close proximity to the university's western edge near Route 1.

Which ZIP code covers downtown Hyattsville and the main commercial district along Baltimore Avenue?

Downtown Hyattsville and the Baltimore Avenue commercial corridor are primarily located in ZIP code 20783, which serves as the city's central business and civic district.