| ZIP Code | 98632 |
|---|---|
| City | Longview |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Cowlitz County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 537 ft |
| Latitude | 46.204917 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -123.062646 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 14.0% ▲ 40% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 627 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,338 (28.1%) |
| Some College | 6,716 (20.2%) |
| Associates | 6,251 (18.8%) |
| Bachelors | 4,787 (14.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,467 (16.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,705 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $355,200 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 78% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,142/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 21,787 |
| Vacant Units | 1,095 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 21,787 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,095 |
| Owner Occupied | 58.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 41.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 98632 is located in Longview, Washington, within Cowlitz County. With a population of 50,845, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.8 years. Economically, 98632 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,705 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98632 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $355,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,142 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.8%) and renters (41.2%). Median home values have increased by 78% since 2019.
The population of 98632 is primarily White (77.71%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.0%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98632 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 98632 in Longview, WA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a middle-aged community. With 50,845 residents, a median household income of $64,705, and a median home value of $355,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.