| ZIP Code | 99353 |
|---|---|
| City | West Richland |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Benton County |
| Area Code | 509 |
| Elevation | 564 ft |
| Latitude | 46.313808 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -119.387768 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 53005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.1 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.00 |
| Below Poverty | 6.8% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.4% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 71 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,371 (21.6%) |
| Some College | 1,485 (13.5%) |
| Associates | 1,407 (12.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,301 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,330 (39.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $120,396 ▲ 58% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $407,600 ▲ 46% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,534/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,592 |
| Vacant Units | 354 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.00 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,592 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 354 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.00 |
ZIP code 99353 is located in West Richland, Washington, within Benton County. With a population of 18,702, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.1 years. Economically, 99353 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $120,396 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 99353 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $407,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,534 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 99353 is primarily White (74.03%). Residents are well-educated — 51.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.8%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 99353 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 99353 in West Richland, WA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,702 residents, a median household income of $120,396, and a median home value of $407,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Washington.