| ZIP Code | 98467 |
|---|---|
| City | University Place |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 237 ft |
| Latitude | 47.203279 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.567719 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 11.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| College Grads | 54.4% ▲ 40% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 28% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 184 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,916 (18.9%) |
| Some College | 1,270 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 1,244 (12.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,298 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,205 (41.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $90,586 ▲ 19% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $580,100 ▲ 108% above avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,566/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,718 |
| Vacant Units | 435 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,718 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 435 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 98467 is located in University Place, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 15,241, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.2 years. Economically, 98467 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $90,586 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98467 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $580,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,566 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 98467 is majority White (58.71%). Residents are well-educated — 54.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.5%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98467 stands at 3.5%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 98467 in University Place, WA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,241 residents, a median household income of $90,586, and a median home value of $580,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.