| ZIP Code | 98087 |
|---|---|
| City | Lynnwood |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Snohomish County |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Elevation | 441 ft |
| Latitude | 47.860067 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.267267 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 6.5% ▼ 35% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.3% ▲ 38% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 33% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 460 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,546 (20.6%) |
| Some College | 2,893 (10.7%) |
| Associates | 3,676 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 3,417 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,945 (40.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $106,541 ▲ 40% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $633,200 ▲ 127% above avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,010/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,625 |
| Vacant Units | 825 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,625 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 825 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 98087 is located in Lynnwood, Washington, within Snohomish County. With a population of 40,607, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 98087 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $106,541 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98087 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $633,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,010 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.0%) and renters (47.0%). Median home values have increased by 60% since 2019.
The population of 98087 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 48.1%. Residents are well-educated — 53.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.5%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98087 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 98087 in Lynnwood, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 40,607 residents, a median household income of $106,541, and a median home value of $633,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.