| ZIP Code | 98812 |
|---|---|
| City | Brewster |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Okanogan County |
| Area Code | 509 |
| Elevation | 2,388 ft |
| Latitude | 48.131489 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -119.806042 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.81 |
| Below Poverty | 22.4% ▲ 124% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.8% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 115 (5%) |
| HS Graduate | 943 (40.7%) |
| Some College | 253 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 340 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 283 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 385 (16.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,146 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $301,400 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 88% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $906/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,898 |
| Vacant Units | 261 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.81 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,898 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 261 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.81 |
ZIP code 98812 is located in Brewster, Washington, within Okanogan County. With a population of 5,188, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32 years. Economically, 98812 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,146 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98812 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $301,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $906 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.0%) and renters (47.0%). Median home values have increased by 88% since 2019.
The population of 98812 is majority Hispanic (59.04%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.4%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98812 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 98812 in Brewster, WA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 5,188 residents, a median household income of $60,146, and a median home value of $301,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.