| ZIP Code | 98409 |
|---|---|
| City | Tacoma |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 308 ft |
| Latitude | 47.21303 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.474947 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.4 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 14.5% ▲ 45% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.3% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 563 (3.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,911 (29.5%) |
| Some College | 2,571 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 3,079 (18.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,931 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,614 (21.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,649 ≈ Avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $363,000 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 71% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,579/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,136 |
| Vacant Units | 432 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,136 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 432 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
ZIP code 98409 is located in Tacoma, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 27,298, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.4 years. Economically, 98409 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,649 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98409 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $363,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,579 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.5%) and renters (56.5%). Median home values have increased by 71% since 2019.
The population of 98409 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 48.3%. Residents are moderately educated — 33.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.5%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98409 stands at 5.2%, 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 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 98409 in Tacoma, WA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 27,298 residents, a median household income of $71,649, and a median home value of $363,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.