| ZIP Code | 98391 |
|---|---|
| City | Bonney Lake |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 510 ft |
| Latitude | 47.177103 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.166173 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.91 |
| Below Poverty | 3.8% ▼ 62% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.2% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 182 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,712 (24.2%) |
| Some College | 4,785 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 6,045 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 4,418 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,834 (32.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $129,233 ▲ 69% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $578,300 ▲ 107% above avg ↑ 65% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,178/mo ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,573 |
| Vacant Units | 740 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,573 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 740 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
ZIP code 98391 is located in Bonney Lake, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 57,691, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37 years. Economically, 98391 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $129,233 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98391 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $578,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,178 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 65% since 2019.
The population of 98391 is primarily White (78.56%). Residents are well-educated — 45.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.8%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98391 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 98391 in Bonney Lake, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 57,691 residents, a median household income of $129,233, and a median home value of $578,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.