Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 12.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.7% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 647 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,686 (27.8%) |
| Some College | 7,930 (17.4%) |
| Associates | 8,024 (17.6%) |
| Bachelors | 5,943 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,468 (22.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,480 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $379,344 ▲ 36% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,389/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 32,737 |
| Vacant Units | 7,947 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Mason County is located in Washington and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 65,451 residents. With a median age of 44.3, it is a middle-aged county.
Mason County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $79,480 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 12.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Mason County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $379,344 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,388. Homeownership rates are high at 81.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Mason County are primarily White (75.38%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Mason County, WA is a middle-income area in Washington. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98524 | Allyn | 4,585 | $108,526 | $513,400 | $2,667 | 6.8% | 48.4% |
| 98528 | Belfair | 12,398 | $85,571 | $367,400 | $1,123 | 7.3% | 35.6% |
| 98546 | Grapeview | 2,288 | $96,964 | $482,200 | $1,157 | 3.5% | 45.8% |
| 98548 | Hoodsport | 2,336 | $66,541 | $255,000 | — | 9.3% | 36.1% |
| 98555 | Lilliwaup | 213 | $61,696 | — | — | 0.0% | 37.1% |
| 98560 | Matlock | 132 | $71,250 | $506,000 | — | 0.0% | 26.3% |
| 98584 | Shelton | 40,036 | $73,149 | $365,200 | $1,250 | 6.3% | 33.4% |
| 98588 | Tahuya | 1,797 | $72,448 | $325,000 | — | 1.7% | 24.6% |
| 98592 | Union | 1,666 | $111,000 | $520,900 | $3,501 | 0.2% | 54.2% |