| ZIP Code | 98221 |
|---|---|
| City | Anacortes |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Skagit County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 5 ft |
| Latitude | 48.454172 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.603874 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53057 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 7.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.0% ▲ 42% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 91 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,978 (17.2%) |
| Some College | 1,660 (9.6%) |
| Associates | 3,064 (17.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,672 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,848 (45.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,925 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $659,800 ▲ 137% above avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,596/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,177 |
| Vacant Units | 1,795 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,177 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,795 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 98221 is located in Anacortes, Washington, within Skagit County. With a population of 23,211, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.7 years. Economically, 98221 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $92,925 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98221 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $659,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,596 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 98221 is primarily White (87.45%). Residents are well-educated — 55.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.9%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98221 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 98221 in Anacortes, WA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,211 residents, a median household income of $92,925, and a median home value of $659,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.