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DC Neighborhoods


Why Does Washington DC Have Counties?

Washington DC does not have counties as other most other states do. Most states are divided into counties so citizens can have easier access to smaller, localized government functions. The function of county governments vary widely across the United States. Washington DC is divided into neighborhoods due to its size which makes it different from other states.

Most county level governments are responsible for paving streets and sidewalks, regulating the police and firefighters, collecting garbage, and managing public transit services. Overall, Washington DC does not follow this structure to provide a personalized approach to governing smaller geographic areas.


About UDE

UDE is a free service designed to help place perspective DC patients with various oral care providers in close proximity. USA Dental Edge organizes oral care providers primarily by county (or parish/borough when applicable). The Washington DC neighborhood list is displayed in alphabetical order for reference.