| ZIP Code | 98685 |
|---|---|
| City | Vancouver |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Clark County |
| Area Code | 360/564 |
| Elevation | 10 ft |
| Latitude | 45.715209 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.693161 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53011 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.7 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 3.7% ▼ 63% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 126 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,461 (16.6%) |
| Some College | 2,581 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 3,136 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,449 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,052 (43.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $126,552 ▲ 66% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $572,500 ▲ 105% above avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,701/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,901 |
| Vacant Units | 63 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,901 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 63 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 98685 is located in Vancouver, Washington, within Clark County. With a population of 30,044, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.7 years. Economically, 98685 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $126,552 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98685 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $572,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,701 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 98685 is primarily White (79.00%). Residents are well-educated — 55.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.7%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98685 stands at 3.0%, which is below 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 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 98685 in Vancouver, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,044 residents, a median household income of $126,552, and a median home value of $572,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.