| ZIP Code | 98512 |
|---|---|
| City | Olympia |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Thurston County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 288 ft |
| Latitude | 46.953394 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -123.048034 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.7% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 102 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,062 (18.6%) |
| Some College | 3,424 (15.6%) |
| Associates | 3,868 (17.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,480 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,950 (36.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $93,738 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $438,800 ▲ 57% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,655/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,216 |
| Vacant Units | 434 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,216 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 434 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 98512 is located in Olympia, Washington, within Thurston County. With a population of 31,291, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.2 years. Economically, 98512 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $93,738 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98512 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $438,800 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,655 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 98512 is primarily White (72.44%). Residents are well-educated — 47.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98512 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 98512 in Olympia, WA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,291 residents, a median household income of $93,738, and a median home value of $438,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.