| ZIP Code | 98070 |
|---|---|
| City | Vashon |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Area Code | 206 |
| Elevation | 258 ft |
| Latitude | 47.407347 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.473485 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.7 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 9.2% ▼ 8% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.5% ▲ 51% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.8% ▲ 60% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 1,240 (15.9%) |
| Some College | 679 (8.7%) |
| Associates | 1,317 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 612 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,950 (50.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $115,750 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $717,700 ▲ 157% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,444/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,616 |
| Vacant Units | 1,193 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,616 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,193 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
ZIP code 98070 is located in Vashon, Washington, within King County. With a population of 10,424, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.7 years. Economically, 98070 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,750 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98070 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $717,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,444 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 98070 is primarily White (85.25%). Residents are well-educated — 58.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.2%. Household income has grown by 47% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98070 stands at 7.8%, which is significantly above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 40% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 44%.
Overall, ZIP code 98070 in Vashon, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,424 residents, a median household income of $115,750, and a median home value of $717,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.