| ZIP Code | 98055 |
|---|---|
| City | Renton |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Elevation | 431 ft |
| Latitude | 47.447472 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.200356 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.2% ▲ 29% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 547 (3.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,320 (20%) |
| Some College | 1,496 (9%) |
| Associates | 2,891 (17.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,709 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,600 (39.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $100,207 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $561,600 ▲ 101% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,098/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,994 |
| Vacant Units | 263 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,994 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 263 |
| Owner Occupied | 56.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 98055 is located in Renton, Washington, within King County. With a population of 24,851, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.6 years. Economically, 98055 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $100,207 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98055 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $561,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,098 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.2%) and renters (43.8%). Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 98055 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 36.5%. Residents are well-educated — 50.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.8%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98055 stands at 4.6%, 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 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 98055 in Renton, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 24,851 residents, a median household income of $100,207, and a median home value of $561,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.