Are you curious about which zip codes are the most exclusive in the entire country? Well, you might be surprised to learn that they're not in California or New York, but in Maryland! A recent report by PropertyShark has uncovered the top 5 most expensive zip codes in Maryland, and they're also the most exclusive in the whole United States. So, if you've ever dreamed of living in one of the most privileged areas in the country, your search should start right here in Maryland.

The report analyzed residential sales data from January 1, 2020, to December 31, 2020, to identify the priciest zip codes. Here are the top 5:


20854 - Potomac



20817 - Bethesda



20816 – Bethesda



20815 - Chevy Chase



20818 - Cabin John


What's interesting is that all of these expensive zip codes are situated in the suburbs of Washington, D.C. This is likely because there's high demand for luxury homes close to the nation's capital.

But what exactly makes these zip codes . ...