| ZIP Code | 98422 |
|---|---|
| City | Tacoma |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 405 ft |
| Latitude | 47.290368 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.392395 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.0 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.75 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.6% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 234 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,962 (19.9%) |
| Some College | 1,399 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 2,614 (17.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,829 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,850 (39.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $115,989 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $614,300 ▲ 120% above avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,104/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,321 |
| Vacant Units | 280 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,321 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 280 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
ZIP code 98422 is located in Tacoma, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 22,126, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39 years. Economically, 98422 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,989 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98422 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $614,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,104 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 98422 is majority White (57.97%). Residents are well-educated — 51.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98422 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 98422 in Tacoma, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,126 residents, a median household income of $115,989, and a median home value of $614,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.