| ZIP Code | 98045 |
|---|---|
| City | North Bend |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Elevation | 3,219 ft |
| Latitude | 47.476623 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.682885 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.74 |
| Below Poverty | 4.1% ▼ 59% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.9% ▲ 60% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 50% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 60 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,661 (15.4%) |
| Some College | 751 (6.9%) |
| Associates | 1,651 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 994 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,698 (52.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $161,897 ▲ 112% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $845,700 ▲ 203% above avg ↑ 73% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,153/mo ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,871 |
| Vacant Units | 175 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,871 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 175 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
ZIP code 98045 is located in North Bend, Washington, within King County. With a population of 15,705, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.1 years. Economically, 98045 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $161,897 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98045 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $845,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,153 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 73% since 2019.
The population of 98045 is primarily White (76.29%). Residents are highly educated — 61.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.1%. Household income has grown by 44% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98045 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 98045 in North Bend, WA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,705 residents, a median household income of $161,897, and a median home value of $845,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.