| ZIP Code | 98277 |
|---|---|
| City | Oak Harbor |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Island County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 189 ft |
| Latitude | 48.321988 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.627027 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 7.5% ▼ 25% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 284 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,088 (23%) |
| Some College | 3,898 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 5,186 (19.6%) |
| Bachelors | 3,662 (13.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,307 (27.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,326 ≈ Avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $455,300 ▲ 63% above avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,651/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,694 |
| Vacant Units | 1,702 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,694 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,702 |
| Owner Occupied | 59.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 98277 is located in Oak Harbor, Washington, within Island County. With a population of 40,338, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.5 years. Economically, 98277 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $79,326 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98277 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $455,300 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,651 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.5%) and renters (40.5%). Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.
The population of 98277 is majority White (66.33%). Residents are well-educated — 41.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.5%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98277 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 98277 in Oak Harbor, WA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 40,338 residents, a median household income of $79,326, and a median home value of $455,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.