| ZIP Code | 98032 |
|---|---|
| City | Kent |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Area Code | 253/425 |
| Elevation | 34 ft |
| Latitude | 47.391942 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.257192 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 16.6% ▲ 66% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 9.1% ▲ 86% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 954 (4%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,209 (26.2%) |
| Some College | 3,075 (13%) |
| Associates | 3,910 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,388 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,118 (30.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,413 ≈ Avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $473,000 ▲ 70% above avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,782/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,639 |
| Vacant Units | 948 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,639 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 948 |
| Owner Occupied | 41.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 58.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
ZIP code 98032 is located in Kent, Washington, within King County. With a population of 40,150, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.7 years. Economically, 98032 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,413 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98032 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $473,000 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,782 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (41.4%) and renters (58.6%). Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 98032 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 32.1%. Residents are well-educated — 40.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.6%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98032 stands at 9.1%, which is significantly above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 98032 in Kent, WA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 40,150 residents, a median household income of $77,413, and a median home value of $473,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.