| ZIP Code | 98373 |
|---|---|
| City | Puyallup |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 429 ft |
| Latitude | 47.148479 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.324136 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 39.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 132 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,026 (26.9%) |
| Some College | 2,879 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 3,200 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,403 (12.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,023 (26.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $102,791 ▲ 35% above avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $517,600 ▲ 86% above avg ↑ 63% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,823/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,113 |
| Vacant Units | 296 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,113 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 296 |
| Owner Occupied | 56.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
ZIP code 98373 is located in Puyallup, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 29,062, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.8 years. Economically, 98373 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $102,791 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98373 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $517,600 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,823 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.3%) and renters (43.7%). Median home values have increased by 63% since 2019.
The population of 98373 is majority White (66.47%). 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 6.2%. Household income has grown by 41% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98373 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 98373 in Puyallup, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 29,062 residents, a median household income of $102,791, and a median home value of $517,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.