US ZIP Code
99155

Nespelem, WA

Okanogan County  ·  Washington

● Active
👥 996 Population
💰 $44,000 Median HH Income
▼ 42% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019
🎂 37.7 Median Age ↓ 5% since 2019
🏠 $136,500 Median Home Value
▼ 51% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019
🎓 27.3% College Grads
▼ 29% below avg
📊 12.8% Unemployment
▲ 161% above avg ↓ 28% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code99155
CityNespelem
StateWashington (WA)
CountyOkanogan County
Area Code509
Elevation2,927 ft
Latitude48.311477
Longitude-119.006425
TimezoneLos Angeles (DST)
FIPS53047
ZIP TypePO Box
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 46.9% (467) Female 53.1% (529) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 8.4%Hispanic: 3.6%Black: 0.3%Other: 1.8%Race
White8.4%
Hispanic3.6%
Black0.3%
Other1.8%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
16%
18–24
9%
25–44
22%
45–64
25%
65+
12%

Key Indicators

Median Age37.7 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.46
Below Poverty29.3% ▲ 193% above avg
College Grads27.3% ▼ 29% below avg
Unemployment12.8% ▲ 161% above avg
HS Graduate202 (32.3%)
Some College131 (20.9%)
Associates122 (19.5%)
Bachelors108 (17.3%)
Graduate Degree63 (10.1%)

Education

HS Grad: 32.3%Some College: 20.9%Associates: 19.5%Bachelors: 17.3%Graduate: 10.1%Edu
HS Grad32.3%
Some College20.9%
Associates19.5%
Bachelors17.3%
Graduate10.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 66.6%Renter: 33.4%Tenure
Owner66.6%
Renter33.4%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
15%
$50k–100k
18%
$100k–150k
35%
$150k–200k
13%
$200k–300k
9%
$300k–500k
5%
Over $500k
4%

Financials

Median HH Income$44,000 ▼ 42% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019
Median Home Value$136,500 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$390/mo ↓ 19% since 2019
Total Units431
Vacant Units45
Avg HH Size2.46

Income Distribution

Under $25k
29%
$25k–50k
22%
$50k–75k
18%
$75k–100k
7%
$100k–150k
14%
$150k–200k
5%
Over $200k
5%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
94%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
5%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
53%
15–30 min
19%
30–45 min
12%
Over 45 min
17%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
2%
1960s–1970s
26%
1980s–1990s
17%
2000+
54%

Summary

Total Units431
Vacant45
Owner Occupied66.6%
Renter Occupied33.4%
Avg HH Size2.46
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 99155 is in Nespelem, WA, in Okanogan County.
ZIP code 99155 is located in Washington (WA).
ZIP code 99155 is in Okanogan County, WA.
ZIP 99155 observes the Los Angeles timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 99155 is 996 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 99155 is $44,000 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 99155 is $136,500 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 99155

ZIP code 99155 is located in Nespelem, Washington, within Okanogan County. With a population of 996, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 99155 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $44,000 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 99155 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $136,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $390 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.

The population of 99155 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 8.4%. Residents are moderately educated — 27.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 29.3%. Household income has grown by 43% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 99155 stands at 12.8%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.

Overall, ZIP code 99155 in Nespelem, WA is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 996 residents, a median household income of $44,000, and a median home value of $136,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.