| ZIP Code | 98424 |
|---|---|
| City | Tacoma |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 16 ft |
| Latitude | 47.235351 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.354196 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 10.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 43.8% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 125 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,850 (25%) |
| Some College | 965 (13%) |
| Associates | 1,218 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,091 (14.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,150 (29.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $93,633 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $497,400 ▲ 78% above avg ↑ 66% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,836/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,558 |
| Vacant Units | 217 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,558 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 217 |
| Owner Occupied | 49.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 50.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
ZIP code 98424 is located in Tacoma, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 11,871, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.1 years. Economically, 98424 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $93,633 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98424 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $497,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,836 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.8%) and renters (50.2%). Median home values have increased by 66% since 2019.
The population of 98424 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 41.0%. Residents are well-educated — 43.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.4%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98424 stands at 5.5%, 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 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 98424 in Tacoma, WA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 11,871 residents, a median household income of $93,633, and a median home value of $497,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.