| ZIP Code | 98292 |
|---|---|
| City | Stanwood |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Snohomish County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 9 ft |
| Latitude | 48.22555 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.30507 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 37.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 40 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,153 (28.4%) |
| Some College | 2,694 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 3,515 (19.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,006 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,761 (26.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $101,161 ▲ 33% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $610,700 ▲ 119% above avg ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,691/mo ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,110 |
| Vacant Units | 625 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,110 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 625 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 98292 is located in Stanwood, Washington, within Snohomish County. With a population of 26,713, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.9 years. Economically, 98292 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $101,161 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98292 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $610,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,691 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 61% since 2019.
The population of 98292 is primarily White (82.62%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.1%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98292 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 98292 in Stanwood, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 26,713 residents, a median household income of $101,161, and a median home value of $610,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.