| ZIP Code | 98527 |
|---|---|
| City | Bay Center |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pacific County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 43 ft |
| Latitude | 46.596413 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -123.911888 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53049 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.5 yrs ↓ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 3.7% ▼ 63% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.6% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 22 (9.6%) |
| Some College | 17 (7.5%) |
| Associates | 85 (37.3%) |
| Bachelors | 15 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 89 (39%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,125 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 111% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $433,900 ▲ 56% above avg ↑ 385% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 246 |
| Vacant Units | 104 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 246 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 104 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 98527 is located in Bay Center, Washington, within Pacific County. With a population of 321, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.5 years. Economically, 98527 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,125 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98527 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $433,900 is significantly above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 92.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 385% since 2019.
The population of 98527 is primarily White (88.79%). Residents are well-educated — 45.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.7%. Household income has grown by 111% since 2019.
A notably high share of workers — 36% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 47%.
Overall, ZIP code 98527 in Bay Center, WA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 321 residents, a median household income of $63,125, and a median home value of $433,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.