| ZIP Code | 98390 |
|---|---|
| City | Sumner |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253/360/564 |
| Elevation | 57 ft |
| Latitude | 47.211481 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.230571 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 6.9% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 90 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,062 (26.8%) |
| Some College | 1,191 (15.5%) |
| Associates | 1,395 (18.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,088 (14.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,874 (24.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,815 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $471,500 ▲ 69% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,886/mo ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,836 |
| Vacant Units | 166 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,836 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 166 |
| Owner Occupied | 51.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 48.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 98390 is located in Sumner, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 11,497, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.9 years. Economically, 98390 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,815 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98390 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $471,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,886 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.3%) and renters (48.7%). Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 98390 is primarily White (73.01%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.9%. Household income has grown by 48% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98390 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 98390 in Sumner, WA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 11,497 residents, a median household income of $97,815, and a median home value of $471,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.