| ZIP Code | 98230 |
|---|---|
| City | Blaine |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Whatcom County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 32 ft |
| Latitude | 48.953455 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.705013 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53073 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 8.5% ▼ 15% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.9% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 152 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,941 (23.3%) |
| Some College | 1,708 (13.5%) |
| Associates | 2,414 (19.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,487 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,937 (31.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,716 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $467,900 ▲ 68% above avg ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,255/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,395 |
| Vacant Units | 1,488 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,395 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,488 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 98230 is located in Blaine, Washington, within Whatcom County. With a population of 18,757, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.4 years. Economically, 98230 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,716 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98230 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $467,900 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,255 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 59% since 2019.
The population of 98230 is primarily White (77.32%). Residents are well-educated — 42.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.5%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98230 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 98230 in Blaine, WA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,757 residents, a median household income of $82,716, and a median home value of $467,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.