| ZIP Code | 98027 |
|---|---|
| City | Issaquah |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Elevation | 2,076 ft |
| Latitude | 47.514016 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.993456 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 5.4% ▼ 46% below avg |
| College Grads | 72.4% ▲ 87% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 23 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,934 (9.5%) |
| Some College | 1,156 (5.7%) |
| Associates | 2,518 (12.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,347 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,406 (65.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $150,000 ▲ 97% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $976,400 ▲ 250% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,343/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,071 |
| Vacant Units | 603 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,071 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 603 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 98027 is located in Issaquah, Washington, within King County. With a population of 28,335, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.4 years. Economically, 98027 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $150,000 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98027 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $976,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,343 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 98027 is majority White (68.82%). Residents are highly educated — 72.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.4%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98027 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 34% — 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 98027 in Issaquah, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 28,335 residents, a median household income of $150,000, and a median home value of $976,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.