| ZIP Code | 98661 |
|---|---|
| City | Vancouver |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Clark County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 174 ft |
| Latitude | 45.640067 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.625018 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53011 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 11.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 25% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 440 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,334 (26.1%) |
| Some College | 4,265 (13.4%) |
| Associates | 6,517 (20.4%) |
| Bachelors | 3,488 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,869 (27.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,037 ≈ Avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $424,700 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,440/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 22,291 |
| Vacant Units | 867 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 22,291 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 867 |
| Owner Occupied | 40.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 59.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 98661 is located in Vancouver, Washington, within Clark County. With a population of 52,027, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.2 years. Economically, 98661 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,037 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98661 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $424,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,440 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (40.9%) and renters (59.1%). Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.
The population of 98661 is majority White (64.08%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.7%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98661 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 98661 in Vancouver, WA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 52,027 residents, a median household income of $75,037, and a median home value of $424,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.