| ZIP Code | 98421 |
|---|---|
| City | Tacoma |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 13 ft |
| Latitude | 47.260637 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.400209 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.3 yrs ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | -99.99 |
| Below Poverty | 2.8% ▼ 72% below avg |
| College Grads | 27.7% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 15 (7.3%) |
| Some College | 109 (52.9%) |
| Associates | 25 (12.1%) |
| Bachelors | 4 (1.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 53 (25.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median Rent | $1,273/mo |
|---|---|
| Total Units | 78 |
| Vacant Units | 22 |
| Avg HH Size | -99.99 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 78 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 22 |
| Owner Occupied | 7.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 92.9% |
| Avg HH Size | -99.99 |
ZIP code 98421 is located in Tacoma, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 249, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.3 years.
Renters can expect to pay around $1,273 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 92.9% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods.
The population of 98421 is majority White (57.03%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.8%.
Overall, ZIP code 98421 in Tacoma, WA is characterized as moderately educated, and a relatively young community.