| ZIP Code | 98037 |
|---|---|
| City | Lynnwood |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Snohomish County |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Elevation | 530 ft |
| Latitude | 47.838719 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.284543 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 13.2% ▲ 32% above avg |
| College Grads | 50.6% ▲ 31% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 489 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,876 (19.5%) |
| Some College | 2,344 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 3,120 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,191 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,885 (39.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $104,357 ▲ 37% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $683,600 ▲ 145% above avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,864/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,032 |
| Vacant Units | 372 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,032 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 372 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
ZIP code 98037 is located in Lynnwood, Washington, within Snohomish County. With a population of 30,574, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39 years. Economically, 98037 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $104,357 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98037 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $683,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,864 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 98037 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 48.3%. Residents are well-educated — 50.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.2%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98037 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 98037 in Lynnwood, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,574 residents, a median household income of $104,357, and a median home value of $683,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.