| ZIP Code | 98029 |
|---|---|
| City | Issaquah |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Elevation | 369 ft |
| Latitude | 47.557623 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.01152 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 6.3% ▼ 37% below avg |
| College Grads | 77.6% ▲ 100% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 236 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,417 (6.8%) |
| Some College | 1,207 (5.8%) |
| Associates | 1,848 (8.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,187 (5.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,090 (71.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $164,058 ▲ 115% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $964,400 ▲ 246% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,625/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,667 |
| Vacant Units | 474 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,667 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 474 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 98029 is located in Issaquah, Washington, within King County. With a population of 30,930, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.8 years. Economically, 98029 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $164,058 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98029 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $964,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,625 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 98029 is majority White (50.35%). Residents are highly educated — 77.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.3%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98029 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 39% — 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 45%.
Overall, ZIP code 98029 in Issaquah, WA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,930 residents, a median household income of $164,058, and a median home value of $964,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.