| ZIP Code | 98074 |
|---|---|
| City | Sammamish |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Area Code | 206/425 |
| Elevation | 467 ft |
| Latitude | 47.622544 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.04421 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.04 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 85.8% ▲ 121% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 34% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 225 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 839 (4.5%) |
| Some College | 425 (2.3%) |
| Associates | 1,187 (6.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,220 (6.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,881 (79.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $234,013 ▲ 207% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,211,700 ▲ 335% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,685/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,220 |
| Vacant Units | 92 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.04 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,220 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 92 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.04 |
ZIP code 98074 is located in Sammamish, Washington, within King County. With a population of 30,850, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.7 years. Economically, 98074 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $234,013 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98074 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,211,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,685 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 98074 is majority White (50.59%). Residents are highly educated — 85.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98074 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 35% — 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 54%.
Overall, ZIP code 98074 in Sammamish, WA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,850 residents, a median household income of $234,013, and a median home value of $1,211,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.