| ZIP Code | 98942 |
|---|---|
| City | Selah |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Yakima County |
| Area Code | 509 |
| Elevation | 2,433 ft |
| Latitude | 46.801335 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -120.66481 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.54 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 39.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 39% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 201 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,330 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 1,882 (17%) |
| Associates | 1,318 (11.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,453 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,855 (25.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,251 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $352,100 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,354/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,629 |
| Vacant Units | 427 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,629 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 427 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
ZIP code 98942 is located in Selah, Washington, within Yakima County. With a population of 18,564, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.8 years. Economically, 98942 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,251 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 98942 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $352,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,354 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 98942 is primarily White (71.02%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 98942 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 98942 in Selah, WA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,564 residents, a median household income of $83,251, and a median home value of $352,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.