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Mayor Muriel Bowser

Mayor Muriel Bowser, serving since 2015, is dedicated to making DC a city of opportunity for all. Her leadership focuses on safety, education, economic growth, and ensuring residents are healthy, housed, and connected.

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DPR Summer Camp 2026
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Get ready for an unforgettable summer with DPR Summer Camps, where creativity, community, and fun collide. With camps for ages 3-5, 6-10, and 11-13 at more than 50 locations across DC, kids will dive into a season of inspiring activities, new friends, and experiences they will LOVE!

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District Statistics

Data and insights paint a picture of our vibrant community

Updated December 2025

Population

702,250

Census Estimate
2024

Housing Units

356,101

Census Estimate
2019-2023

Median Household Income

108,210

American Community Survey 1-yr Estimates
2023

Poverty Rate

14%

American Community Survey 1-yr Estimates
2023

Median Rent

1,904

American Community Survey 1-yr Estimates
2023

Unemployment Rate

7%

American Community Survey 1-yr Estimates
2018-2022

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