| ZIP Code | 98092 |
|---|---|
| City | Auburn |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 476 ft |
| Latitude | 47.290224 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.125648 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.96 |
| Below Poverty | 6.0% ▼ 40% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.5% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 724 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,708 (24.3%) |
| Some College | 3,471 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 4,459 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 3,953 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,433 (36%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $116,614 ▲ 53% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $594,800 ▲ 113% above avg ↑ 57% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,870/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,532 |
| Vacant Units | 538 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.96 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,532 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 538 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.96 |
ZIP code 98092 is located in Auburn, Washington, within King County. With a population of 50,510, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.2 years. Economically, 98092 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $116,614 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98092 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $594,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,870 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 57% since 2019.
The population of 98092 is majority White (54.35%). Residents are well-educated — 48.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.0%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98092 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 98092 in Auburn, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 50,510 residents, a median household income of $116,614, and a median home value of $594,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.