| ZIP Code | 98597 |
|---|---|
| City | Yelm |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Thurston County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 367 ft |
| Latitude | 46.844262 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.492927 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 165 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,427 (26.7%) |
| Some College | 2,612 (15.7%) |
| Associates | 3,504 (21.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,974 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,911 (23.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,120 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $423,200 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 76% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,441/mo ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,108 |
| Vacant Units | 624 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,108 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 624 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 98597 is located in Yelm, Washington, within Thurston County. With a population of 26,431, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.2 years. Economically, 98597 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $92,120 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98597 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $423,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,441 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 76% since 2019.
The population of 98597 is primarily White (75.76%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.8%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98597 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 98597 in Yelm, WA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 26,431 residents, a median household income of $92,120, and a median home value of $423,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.