| ZIP Code | 98557 |
|---|---|
| City | Mccleary |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Grays Harbor County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 353 ft |
| Latitude | 47.043242 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -123.269956 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.64 |
| Below Poverty | 9.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 30.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.5% ▲ 32% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 29 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 881 (31.5%) |
| Some College | 437 (15.6%) |
| Associates | 582 (20.8%) |
| Bachelors | 348 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 516 (18.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,023 ≈ Avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $351,000 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 85% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $900/mo ↓ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,622 |
| Vacant Units | 127 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,622 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 127 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
ZIP code 98557 is located in Mccleary, Washington, within Grays Harbor County. With a population of 3,949, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.1 years. Economically, 98557 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $78,023 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98557 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $351,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $900 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 85% since 2019.
The population of 98557 is primarily White (82.60%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.6%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98557 stands at 6.5%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — 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 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 98557 in Mccleary, WA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,949 residents, a median household income of $78,023, and a median home value of $351,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.