| ZIP Code | 98021 |
|---|---|
| City | Bothell |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Snohomish County |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Elevation | 97 ft |
| Latitude | 47.792571 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.208429 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.91 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 68.4% ▲ 77% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 188 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,438 (10.7%) |
| Some College | 1,569 (6.9%) |
| Associates | 2,978 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,980 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,567 (59.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $172,559 ▲ 126% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $902,800 ▲ 224% above avg ↑ 62% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,537/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,629 |
| Vacant Units | 516 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,629 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 516 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
ZIP code 98021 is located in Bothell, Washington, within Snohomish County. With a population of 35,445, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 98021 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $172,559 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98021 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $902,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,537 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 62% since 2019.
The population of 98021 is majority White (54.80%). Residents are highly educated — 68.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 40% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98021 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 31% — 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 54%.
Overall, ZIP code 98021 in Bothell, WA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 35,445 residents, a median household income of $172,559, and a median home value of $902,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.