| ZIP Code | 98059 |
|---|---|
| City | Renton |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Elevation | 517 ft |
| Latitude | 47.494409 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.130221 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.84 |
| Below Poverty | 4.1% ▼ 59% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.4% ▲ 58% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 665 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,798 (17.8%) |
| Some College | 2,244 (8.3%) |
| Associates | 2,698 (10%) |
| Bachelors | 2,720 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,807 (51.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $134,336 ▲ 76% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $809,800 ▲ 190% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,230/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,001 |
| Vacant Units | 359 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.84 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,001 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 359 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.84 |
ZIP code 98059 is located in Renton, Washington, within King County. With a population of 41,639, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.2 years. Economically, 98059 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $134,336 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98059 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $809,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,230 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 98059 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 48.0%. Residents are highly educated — 61.4% 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 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98059 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 98059 in Renton, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 41,639 residents, a median household income of $134,336, and a median home value of $809,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.