| ZIP Code | 98026 |
|---|---|
| City | Edmonds |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Snohomish County |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Elevation | 355 ft |
| Latitude | 47.837569 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.333895 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 56.5% ▲ 46% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 211 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,903 (17.4%) |
| Some College | 2,673 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 4,484 (15.9%) |
| Bachelors | 2,765 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,171 (46.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $124,462 ▲ 63% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $758,900 ▲ 172% above avg ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,894/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,884 |
| Vacant Units | 540 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,884 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 540 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 98026 is located in Edmonds, Washington, within Snohomish County. With a population of 38,985, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.7 years. Economically, 98026 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $124,462 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98026 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $758,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,894 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 59% since 2019.
The population of 98026 is majority White (67.93%). Residents are well-educated — 56.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98026 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 98026 in Edmonds, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 38,985 residents, a median household income of $124,462, and a median home value of $758,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.