| ZIP Code | 98371 |
|---|---|
| City | Puyallup |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 34 ft |
| Latitude | 47.199455 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.320212 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 39.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 78 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,712 (29.7%) |
| Some College | 2,198 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 2,581 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,656 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,667 (29.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,290 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $515,500 ▲ 85% above avg ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,654/mo ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,937 |
| Vacant Units | 515 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,937 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 515 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 98371 is located in Puyallup, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 23,989, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.2 years. Economically, 98371 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,290 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98371 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $515,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,654 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 61% since 2019.
The population of 98371 is primarily White (70.37%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.3%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98371 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 98371 in Puyallup, WA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,989 residents, a median household income of $97,290, and a median home value of $515,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.