| ZIP Code | 98043 |
|---|---|
| City | Mountlake Terrace |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Snohomish County |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Elevation | 485 ft |
| Latitude | 47.794329 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.302607 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 8.0% ▼ 21% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.3% ▲ 40% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 314 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,841 (18.4%) |
| Some College | 1,738 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 2,157 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 1,817 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,558 (42.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $101,408 ▲ 33% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $605,800 ▲ 117% above avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,966/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,493 |
| Vacant Units | 387 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,493 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 387 |
| Owner Occupied | 56.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 98043 is located in Mountlake Terrace, Washington, within Snohomish County. With a population of 21,417, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.2 years. Economically, 98043 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $101,408 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98043 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $605,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,966 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.1%) and renters (43.9%). Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 98043 is majority White (60.56%). Residents are well-educated — 54.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.0%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98043 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 98043 in Mountlake Terrace, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 21,417 residents, a median household income of $101,408, and a median home value of $605,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.