| ZIP Code | 98444 |
|---|---|
| City | Tacoma |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 316 ft |
| Latitude | 47.152323 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.448851 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 14.5% ▲ 45% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.9% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 16% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 561 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,048 (36.8%) |
| Some College | 4,033 (18.4%) |
| Associates | 3,144 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,633 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,460 (15.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,464 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $369,500 ▲ 33% above avg ↑ 75% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,581/mo ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,762 |
| Vacant Units | 783 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,762 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 783 |
| Owner Occupied | 45.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 54.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
ZIP code 98444 is located in Tacoma, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 35,660, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 98444 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,464 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98444 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $369,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,581 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (45.8%) and renters (54.2%). Median home values have increased by 75% since 2019.
The population of 98444 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 39.8%. Residents are moderately educated — 27.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.5%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98444 stands at 5.7%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 98444 in Tacoma, WA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 35,660 residents, a median household income of $64,464, and a median home value of $369,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.