| ZIP Code | 98570 |
|---|---|
| City | Onalaska |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Lewis County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 546 ft |
| Latitude | 46.630713 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.650947 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53041 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.86 |
| Below Poverty | 15.5% ▲ 55% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 942 (29.3%) |
| Some College | 571 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 535 (16.6%) |
| Bachelors | 585 (18.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 571 (17.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,682 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $352,000 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,016/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,031 |
| Vacant Units | 261 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,031 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 261 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
ZIP code 98570 is located in Onalaska, Washington, within Lewis County. With a population of 5,060, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.8 years. Economically, 98570 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,682 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98570 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $352,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,016 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 98570 is primarily White (78.28%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.5%. Household income has grown by 7% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98570 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 98570 in Onalaska, WA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,060 residents, a median household income of $65,682, and a median home value of $352,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.