Kalorama

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Welcome to Kalorama

Kalorama is comprised of two distinct neighborhoods: Kalorama Triangle and Sheridan-Kalorama. Kalorama Triangle is bordered by Connecticut Avenue, NW, Columbia Road, NW, Calvert Street, NW, and Rock Creek Park. Sitting adjacent is Sheridan-Kalorama, located between Connecticut Avenue, NW, Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Florida Avenue, NW, and Rock Creek Park. The word Kalorama comes from the Greek word meaning “fine view.”
 
In the late 1700s, the rural farmland that would eventually become Kalorama was outside of L’Enfant’s original plans for Washington City. While the neighborhood became popular place to live before the Civil War, portions were destroyed during the war itself. In the early 1880s, Boundary Street (what is now know as Florida Avenue, NW) was the outermost limit of the city.
 
In 1893, the U.S. Congress ordered L’Enfant’s city plans to extend outward to include what makes up the current-day District of Columbia. At the time, existing communities were exempt from complying with the city plan, which is why the streets of Kalorama today do not comply with the strict grid system found throughout the rest of the District.
 
Today, an eclectic mix of home styles line the streets of Kalorama, including Georgian Revival, English Arts and Crafts homes, and Mediterranean stuccos. Many of the well-maintained homes also feature beautiful gardens, which enhance the area’s sophisticated atmosphere.
 
Kalorama has been home to six former presidents and their families: Woodrow Wilson, William Howard Taft, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Warren Harding, Herbert Hoover, and, most recently, Barack Obama.
 
Today, Kalorama is primarily a residential area but it is within easy walking distance of DuPont Circle and all the amenities that neighborhood has to offer.
 
 

Embassy Row

Of the roughly 175 diplomatic missions in the city, the majority are located on or near Embassy Row.
 
 

Taft Bridge

 

Woodrow Wilson House

The Woodrow Wilson House was the residence of the twenty-eighth President of the United States, Woodrow Wilson after he left office.

Overview for Kalorama, DC

2,282 people live in Kalorama, where the median age is 43 and the average individual income is $153,159. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,282

Total Population

43 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$153,159

Average individual Income

Around Kalorama, DC

There's plenty to do around Kalorama, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

65
Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
78
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
73
Excellent Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Moksha Living, TriFit Evolution, and Garrett Waller.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Active 1.13 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.68 miles 17 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.65 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.13 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.78 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.81 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Kalorama, DC

Kalorama has 1,278 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Kalorama do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,282 people call Kalorama home. The population density is 13,297.888 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,282

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

43

Median Age

38.26 / 61.79%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
1,278

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$153,159

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

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