| ZIP Code | 98937 |
|---|---|
| City | Naches |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Yakima County |
| Area Code | 509 |
| Elevation | 4,399 ft |
| Latitude | 46.792772 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.226151 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs ↓ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 13.4% ▲ 34% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.5% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.8% ▲ 80% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 132 (4.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,014 (32.4%) |
| Some College | 558 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 537 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 184 (5.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 709 (22.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,646 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $343,300 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 61% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $888/mo ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,525 |
| Vacant Units | 640 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,525 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 640 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 98937 is located in Naches, Washington, within Yakima County. With a population of 4,701, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.3 years. Economically, 98937 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,646 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98937 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $343,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $888 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 61% since 2019.
The population of 98937 is primarily White (76.32%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.4%. Household income has grown by 3% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98937 stands at 8.8%, which is significantly above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 98937 in Naches, WA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,701 residents, a median household income of $63,646, and a median home value of $343,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.