| ZIP Code | 98012 |
|---|---|
| City | Bothell |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Snohomish County |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Elevation | 391 ft |
| Latitude | 47.841376 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.198939 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 4.7% ▼ 53% below avg |
| College Grads | 65.1% ▲ 68% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 548 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,671 (13.5%) |
| Some College | 3,501 (7.1%) |
| Associates | 6,522 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 4,577 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 27,617 (55.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $141,653 ▲ 86% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $811,500 ▲ 191% above avg ↑ 62% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,279/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 28,174 |
| Vacant Units | 945 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 28,174 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 945 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 98012 is located in Bothell, Washington, within Snohomish County. With a population of 76,123, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.9 years. Economically, 98012 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $141,653 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98012 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $811,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,279 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 62% since 2019.
The population of 98012 is majority White (50.69%). Residents are highly educated — 65.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.7%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98012 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 98012 in Bothell, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 76,123 residents, a median household income of $141,653, and a median home value of $811,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.