| ZIP Code | 98374 |
|---|---|
| City | Puyallup |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 587 ft |
| Latitude | 47.129077 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.263923 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.1 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.97 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 249 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,276 (24.7%) |
| Some College | 4,030 (13.7%) |
| Associates | 5,050 (17.2%) |
| Bachelors | 4,010 (13.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,795 (29.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $108,854 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $491,200 ▲ 76% above avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,925/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,645 |
| Vacant Units | 691 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.97 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,645 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 691 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.97 |
ZIP code 98374 is located in Puyallup, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 47,645, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.1 years. Economically, 98374 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $108,854 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98374 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $491,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,925 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 98374 is majority White (64.37%). Residents are well-educated — 43.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.6%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98374 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 98374 in Puyallup, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 47,645 residents, a median household income of $108,854, and a median home value of $491,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.