| ZIP Code | 98125 |
|---|---|
| City | Seattle |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Area Code | 206 |
| Elevation | 172 ft |
| Latitude | 47.716883 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.300564 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 9.5% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 66.9% ▲ 73% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 489 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,796 (12.2%) |
| Some College | 2,233 (7.2%) |
| Associates | 3,781 (12.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,964 (6.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 18,834 (60.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $96,725 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $844,500 ▲ 203% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,856/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 21,493 |
| Vacant Units | 1,345 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 21,493 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,345 |
| Owner Occupied | 45.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 54.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 98125 is located in Seattle, Washington, within King County. With a population of 43,807, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.8 years. Economically, 98125 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $96,725 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98125 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $844,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,856 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (45.7%) and renters (54.3%). Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 98125 is majority White (59.18%). Residents are highly educated — 66.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.5%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98125 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — 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 45%.
Overall, ZIP code 98125 in Seattle, WA is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 43,807 residents, a median household income of $96,725, and a median home value of $844,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.