| ZIP Code | 98387 |
|---|---|
| City | Spanaway |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 464 ft |
| Latitude | 47.060925 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.388909 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.03 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 31.5% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 356 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,142 (32.6%) |
| Some College | 5,764 (18.5%) |
| Associates | 5,073 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 4,239 (13.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,572 (17.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $101,141 ▲ 33% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $424,100 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 77% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,837/mo ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,151 |
| Vacant Units | 739 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.03 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,151 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 739 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.03 |
ZIP code 98387 is located in Spanaway, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 49,940, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 98387 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $101,141 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98387 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $424,100 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,837 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 77% since 2019.
The population of 98387 is majority White (52.62%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98387 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 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 98387 in Spanaway, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 49,940 residents, a median household income of $101,141, and a median home value of $424,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.