| ZIP Code | 98312 |
|---|---|
| City | Bremerton |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Kitsap County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 659 ft |
| Latitude | 47.565804 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.76154 |
| 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 | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 10.1% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 41.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 138 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,252 (22.7%) |
| Some College | 3,077 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 5,058 (21.9%) |
| Bachelors | 3,561 (15.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,035 (26.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,332 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $430,700 ▲ 54% above avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,601/mo ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,450 |
| Vacant Units | 839 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,450 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 839 |
| Owner Occupied | 64.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 35.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
ZIP code 98312 is located in Bremerton, Washington, within Kitsap County. With a population of 34,273, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 98312 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,332 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98312 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $430,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,601 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 60% since 2019.
The population of 98312 is majority White (68.44%). Residents are well-educated — 41.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.1%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98312 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 98312 in Bremerton, WA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 34,273 residents, a median household income of $85,332, and a median home value of $430,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.