| ZIP Code | 98354 |
|---|---|
| City | Milton |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 254 ft |
| Latitude | 47.251994 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.317289 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.0 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.69 |
| Below Poverty | 11.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 79 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,506 (27.8%) |
| Some College | 757 (14%) |
| Associates | 1,058 (19.5%) |
| Bachelors | 703 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,312 (24.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $90,361 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $510,900 ▲ 83% above avg ↑ 66% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,010/mo ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,242 |
| Vacant Units | 121 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,242 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 121 |
| Owner Occupied | 58.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 41.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
ZIP code 98354 is located in Milton, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 8,432, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38 years. Economically, 98354 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $90,361 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98354 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $510,900 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,010 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.4%) and renters (41.7%). Median home values have increased by 66% since 2019.
The population of 98354 is majority White (68.41%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.7%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98354 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 98354 in Milton, WA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, and a middle-aged community. With 8,432 residents, a median household income of $90,361, and a median home value of $510,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.