| ZIP Code | 98541 |
|---|---|
| City | Elma |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Grays Harbor County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 229 ft |
| Latitude | 47.06085 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -123.389802 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.3 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 17.2% ▲ 72% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.2% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.6% ▲ 95% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 99 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,208 (34.2%) |
| Some College | 993 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 1,267 (19.6%) |
| Bachelors | 753 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,129 (17.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,659 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $338,000 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 93% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $928/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,527 |
| Vacant Units | 781 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,527 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 781 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
ZIP code 98541 is located in Elma, Washington, within Grays Harbor County. With a population of 10,285, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.3 years. Economically, 98541 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,659 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98541 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $338,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $928 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 93% since 2019.
The population of 98541 is primarily White (80.29%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.2%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98541 stands at 9.6%, which is significantly above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 98541 in Elma, WA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,285 residents, a median household income of $64,659, and a median home value of $338,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.