| ZIP Code | 98311 |
|---|---|
| City | Bremerton |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Kitsap County |
| Area Code | 206/360/564 |
| Elevation | 230 ft |
| Latitude | 47.62699 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.643277 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53035 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 8.2% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.0% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 46 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,929 (21%) |
| Some College | 3,043 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 3,093 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,535 (13.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,093 (32.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $98,714 ▲ 29% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $448,100 ▲ 61% above avg ↑ 62% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,792/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,019 |
| Vacant Units | 548 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,019 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 548 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
ZIP code 98311 is located in Bremerton, Washington, within Kitsap County. With a population of 27,947, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 98311 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $98,714 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98311 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $448,100 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,792 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 62% since 2019.
The population of 98311 is majority White (66.96%). Residents are well-educated — 46.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.2%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98311 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 98311 in Bremerton, WA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,947 residents, a median household income of $98,714, and a median home value of $448,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.