NOAA Climate Analysis for 20001: HVAC Energy Demand
In 20001 (Shaw / Mount Vernon Square), summer cooling increases your kWh electric bill by 44% compared to the winter heating baseline.
Homes in this postal zone record an average of 1,550 Cooling Degree Days annually. High HVAC seasonal efficiency (SEER2 16+) and window tinting directly protect against top-tier summer rate charges.
Cooling Degree Days (CDD): 1,550
Reflects air conditioning runtime. Critical for managing peak electric bills.
Heating Degree Days (HDD): 4,100
Reflects winter furnace and heat pump energy consumption.
Assigned Utility Providers for ZIP 20001
Power Utility:
Pepco (Potomac Electric Power)
Water Authority:
DC Water (District of Columbia Water and Sewer)
Natural Gas:
Washington Gas