| ZIP Code | 98028 |
|---|---|
| City | Kenmore |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Elevation | 19 ft |
| Latitude | 47.749858 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.247244 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 6.0% ▼ 40% below avg |
| College Grads | 66.0% ▲ 70% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 132 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,108 (13.5%) |
| Some College | 1,118 (7.1%) |
| Associates | 1,971 (12.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,535 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,801 (56.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $137,926 ▲ 81% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $869,800 ▲ 212% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,944/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,362 |
| Vacant Units | 358 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,362 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 358 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
ZIP code 98028 is located in Kenmore, Washington, within King County. With a population of 23,594, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.7 years. Economically, 98028 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $137,926 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98028 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $869,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,944 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 98028 is majority White (64.25%). Residents are highly educated — 66.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.0%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98028 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 30% — 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 98028 in Kenmore, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,594 residents, a median household income of $137,926, and a median home value of $869,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.