| ZIP Code | 98499 |
|---|---|
| City | Lakewood |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Area Code | 253 |
| Elevation | 273 ft |
| Latitude | 47.16625 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.506083 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 16.1% ▲ 61% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.5% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 503 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,266 (25.5%) |
| Some College | 3,946 (19.1%) |
| Associates | 4,009 (19.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,627 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,280 (20.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,000 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $370,000 ▲ 33% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,445/mo ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,683 |
| Vacant Units | 803 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,683 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 803 |
| Owner Occupied | 35.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 64.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 98499 is located in Lakewood, Washington, within Pierce County. With a population of 33,694, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.5 years. Economically, 98499 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,000 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98499 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $370,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,445 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 64.9% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 98499 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 39.2%. Residents are moderately educated — 33.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.1%. Household income has grown by 52% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98499 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 98499 in Lakewood, WA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 33,694 residents, a median household income of $65,000, and a median home value of $370,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.