| ZIP Code | 98801 |
|---|---|
| City | Wenatchee |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Chelan County |
| Area Code | 509 |
| Elevation | 655 ft |
| Latitude | 47.431512 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -120.345038 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 10.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 45.3% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 31% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 584 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,174 (23.6%) |
| Some College | 3,378 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 4,144 (15.9%) |
| Bachelors | 3,105 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,723 (33.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,768 ≈ Avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $429,700 ▲ 54% above avg ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,200/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,034 |
| Vacant Units | 718 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,034 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 718 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 98801 is located in Wenatchee, Washington, within Chelan County. With a population of 44,422, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.3 years. Economically, 98801 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,768 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98801 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $429,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,200 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.3%) and renters (42.7%). Median home values have increased by 59% since 2019.
The population of 98801 is majority White (61.01%). Residents are well-educated — 45.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.6%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98801 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 98801 in Wenatchee, WA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 44,422 residents, a median household income of $74,768, and a median home value of $429,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.