| ZIP Code | 98372 |
|---|---|
| City | Puyallup |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 374 ft |
| Latitude | 47.206693 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.262642 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 5.2% ▼ 48% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.6% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 287 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,452 (24.7%) |
| Some College | 2,233 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 2,821 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 3,125 (17.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,090 (28.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $100,316 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $570,100 ▲ 104% above avg ↑ 65% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,745/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,701 |
| Vacant Units | 396 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,701 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 396 |
| Owner Occupied | 51.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 48.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 98372 is located in Puyallup, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 26,662, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 98372 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $100,316 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98372 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $570,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,745 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.4%) and renters (48.6%). Median home values have increased by 65% since 2019.
The population of 98372 is primarily White (73.06%). Residents are well-educated — 45.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.2%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98372 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 98372 in Puyallup, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 26,662 residents, a median household income of $100,316, and a median home value of $570,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.