| ZIP Code | 98022 |
|---|---|
| City | Enumclaw |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 4,803 ft |
| Latitude | 47.169491 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.684569 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.0 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 6.3% ▼ 37% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 259 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,322 (27.9%) |
| Some College | 2,477 (16%) |
| Associates | 2,207 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,722 (11.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,501 (29.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $116,613 ▲ 53% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $577,200 ▲ 107% above avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,626/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,828 |
| Vacant Units | 1,181 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,828 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,181 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 98022 is located in Enumclaw, Washington, within King County. With a population of 22,135, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43 years. Economically, 98022 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $116,613 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98022 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $577,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,626 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 98022 is primarily White (77.89%). Residents are well-educated — 40.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.3%. Household income has grown by 52% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98022 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 98022 in Enumclaw, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,135 residents, a median household income of $116,613, and a median home value of $577,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.