| ZIP Code | 98119 |
|---|---|
| City | Seattle |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Area Code | 206 |
| Elevation | 324 ft |
| Latitude | 47.636846 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.370011 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.79 |
| Below Poverty | 6.7% ▼ 33% below avg |
| College Grads | 78.0% ▲ 101% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 67 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,481 (7.7%) |
| Some College | 691 (3.6%) |
| Associates | 2,022 (10.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,341 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,755 (71.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $125,021 ▲ 64% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,032,500 ▲ 270% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,963/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,323 |
| Vacant Units | 1,462 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.79 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,323 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,462 |
| Owner Occupied | 39.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 60.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.79 |
ZIP code 98119 is located in Seattle, Washington, within King County. With a population of 26,390, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.7 years. Economically, 98119 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $125,021 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98119 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,032,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,963 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 60.7% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 98119 is majority White (66.61%). Residents are highly educated — 78.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.7%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98119 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 34% — 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 33%.
Overall, ZIP code 98119 in Seattle, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 26,390 residents, a median household income of $125,021, and a median home value of $1,032,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.