| ZIP Code | 98926 |
|---|---|
| City | Ellensburg |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Kittitas County |
| Area Code | 509 |
| Elevation | 1,946 ft |
| Latitude | 46.988457 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -120.354859 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.9 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 15.3% ▲ 53% above avg |
| College Grads | 47.0% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 16% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 128 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,143 (22.9%) |
| Some College | 2,622 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 2,675 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,682 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,815 (37.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,826 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $425,600 ▲ 53% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,261/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,900 |
| Vacant Units | 1,156 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,900 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,156 |
| Owner Occupied | 55.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 44.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
ZIP code 98926 is located in Ellensburg, Washington, within Kittitas County. With a population of 31,883, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.9 years. Economically, 98926 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,826 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98926 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $425,600 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,261 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (55.3%) and renters (44.7%). Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 98926 is primarily White (79.06%). Residents are well-educated — 47.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.3%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98926 stands at 5.7%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 98926 in Ellensburg, WA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 31,883 residents, a median household income of $66,826, and a median home value of $425,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.