| ZIP Code | 98258 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake Stevens |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Snohomish County |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Elevation | 255 ft |
| Latitude | 48.034269 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.081489 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.94 |
| Below Poverty | 4.6% ▼ 54% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.3% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 222 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,232 (24.7%) |
| Some College | 4,404 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 5,382 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 4,205 (12.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,877 (32.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $120,571 ▲ 58% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $606,600 ▲ 118% above avg ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,187/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,397 |
| Vacant Units | 742 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.94 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,397 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 742 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.94 |
ZIP code 98258 is located in Lake Stevens, Washington, within Snohomish County. With a population of 52,005, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.8 years. Economically, 98258 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $120,571 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98258 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $606,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,187 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 61% since 2019.
The population of 98258 is primarily White (73.37%). Residents are well-educated — 45.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.6%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98258 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 98258 in Lake Stevens, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 52,005 residents, a median household income of $120,571, and a median home value of $606,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.