| ZIP Code | 98548 |
|---|---|
| City | Hoodsport |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Mason County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 738 ft |
| Latitude | 47.540911 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -123.173864 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53045 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 58.7 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.01 |
| Below Poverty | 18.0% ▲ 80% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 9.3% ▲ 89% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 933 (44.4%) |
| Some College | 286 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 109 (5.2%) |
| Bachelors | 138 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 619 (29.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,541 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $255,000 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 2,348 |
| Vacant Units | 1,191 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,348 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,191 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
ZIP code 98548 is located in Hoodsport, Washington, within Mason County. With a population of 2,336, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 58.7 years. Economically, 98548 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,541 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98548 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $255,000 is near the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 92.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 98548 is primarily White (89.21%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.0%. Household income has grown by 54% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98548 stands at 9.3%, which is significantly above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 37% — 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 48%.
Overall, ZIP code 98548 in Hoodsport, WA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,336 residents, a median household income of $66,541, and a median home value of $255,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.