| ZIP Code | 98236 |
|---|---|
| City | Clinton |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Island County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 251 ft |
| Latitude | 47.948393 |
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| Longitude | -122.412822 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.9 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.54 |
| Below Poverty | 5.3% ▼ 47% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.8% ▲ 49% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 15% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 827 (16.1%) |
| Some College | 545 (10.6%) |
| Associates | 791 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 563 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,405 (46.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $103,941 ▲ 36% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $611,000 ▲ 119% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,542/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,489 |
| Vacant Units | 715 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,489 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 715 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
ZIP code 98236 is located in Clinton, Washington, within Island County. With a population of 7,052, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.9 years. Economically, 98236 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $103,941 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98236 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $611,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,542 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 98236 is primarily White (85.93%). Residents are well-educated — 57.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.3%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98236 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — 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 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 98236 in Clinton, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,052 residents, a median household income of $103,941, and a median home value of $611,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.