| ZIP Code | 98290 |
|---|---|
| City | Snohomish |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Snohomish County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 464 ft |
| Latitude | 47.955367 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.978502 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.71 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.5% ▲ 30% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 153 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,887 (21.7%) |
| Some College | 3,619 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 3,800 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 3,219 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,485 (38.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $129,656 ▲ 70% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $717,600 ▲ 157% above avg ↑ 57% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,591/mo ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,348 |
| Vacant Units | 823 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,348 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 823 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
ZIP code 98290 is located in Snohomish, Washington, within Snohomish County. With a population of 39,732, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.2 years. Economically, 98290 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $129,656 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98290 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $717,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,591 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 57% since 2019.
The population of 98290 is primarily White (82.39%). Residents are well-educated — 50.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98290 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 98290 in Snohomish, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 39,732 residents, a median household income of $129,656, and a median home value of $717,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.