| ZIP Code | 98550 |
|---|---|
| City | Hoquiam |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Grays Harbor County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 203 ft |
| Latitude | 47.112596 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -123.923008 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 15.5% ▲ 55% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.0% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 55% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 76 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,442 (29.9%) |
| Some College | 1,585 (19.4%) |
| Associates | 1,460 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 985 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,632 (20%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,920 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $212,400 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,003/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,373 |
| Vacant Units | 366 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,373 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 366 |
| Owner Occupied | 64.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 35.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 98550 is located in Hoquiam, Washington, within Grays Harbor County. With a population of 12,274, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.3 years. Economically, 98550 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,920 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98550 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $212,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,003 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 98550 is primarily White (81.70%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.5%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98550 stands at 7.6%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 98550 in Hoquiam, WA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,274 residents, a median household income of $56,920, and a median home value of $212,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.