| ZIP Code | 98249 |
|---|---|
| City | Freeland |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Island County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 158 ft |
| Latitude | 48.014236 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.542794 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 58.1 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.03 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.5% ▲ 41% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.2% ▼ 55% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 657 (18.7%) |
| Some College | 283 (8.1%) |
| Associates | 659 (18.8%) |
| Bachelors | 356 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,557 (44.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,583 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $585,700 ▲ 110% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,648/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,283 |
| Vacant Units | 1,058 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,283 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,058 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
ZIP code 98249 is located in Freeland, Washington, within Island County. With a population of 4,531, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 58.1 years. Economically, 98249 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $99,583 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98249 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $585,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,648 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 98249 is primarily White (87.95%). Residents are well-educated — 54.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.4%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98249 stands at 2.2%, which is well below the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 42%.
Overall, ZIP code 98249 in Freeland, WA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,531 residents, a median household income of $99,583, and a median home value of $585,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.