| ZIP Code | 98936 |
|---|---|
| City | Moxee |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Yakima County |
| Area Code | 509 |
| Elevation | 3,350 ft |
| Latitude | 46.532769 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -120.164849 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.2 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.37 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 29.2% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 224 (4.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,459 (30.4%) |
| Some College | 1,112 (23.1%) |
| Associates | 608 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 419 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 984 (20.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,625 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $325,400 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 76% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,288/mo ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,782 |
| Vacant Units | 144 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,782 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 144 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.37 |
ZIP code 98936 is located in Moxee, Washington, within Yakima County. With a population of 8,898, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.2 years. Economically, 98936 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,625 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98936 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $325,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,288 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 76% since 2019.
The population of 98936 is majority White (55.34%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98936 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 98936 in Moxee, WA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,898 residents, a median household income of $95,625, and a median home value of $325,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.