Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 12.4% ▲ 24% above avg |
| College Grads | 49.7% ▲ 28% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,649 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 30,013 (20.9%) |
| Some College | 16,493 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 24,409 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 16,363 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 54,697 (38.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,785 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $547,041 ▲ 96% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,457/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 100,782 |
| Vacant Units | 9,294 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Whatcom County is located in Washington and encompasses 18 ZIP codes spanning 13 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 226,141 residents. With a median age of 37.95, it is a relatively young county.
Whatcom County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $80,784 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.0%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Whatcom County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $547,041 — significantly above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,457. Homeownership rates are high at 64.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Whatcom County are primarily White (76.03%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 49.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Whatcom County, WA is a middle-income area in Washington. The 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98220 | Acme | 558 | $142,891 | $460,900 | — | 0.0% | 49.8% |
| 98225 | Bellingham | 50,355 | $62,220 | $588,800 | $1,430 | 6.7% | 58.5% |
| 98226 | Bellingham | 45,739 | $79,684 | $568,400 | $1,557 | 4.4% | 50.3% |
| 98229 | Bellingham | 33,919 | $90,068 | $564,700 | $1,533 | 4.9% | 61.8% |
| 98230 | Blaine | 18,757 | $82,716 | $467,900 | $1,255 | 5.6% | 42.9% |
| 98240 | Custer | 3,208 | $106,256 | $566,400 | — | 7.8% | 44.4% |
| 98244 | Deming | 3,080 | $83,958 | $431,900 | $1,081 | 0.4% | 37.0% |
| 98247 | Everson | 8,924 | $84,300 | $514,400 | $1,148 | 5.9% | 42.1% |
| 98248 | Ferndale | 28,061 | $88,566 | $550,300 | $1,455 | 3.8% | 42.3% |
| 98262 | Lummi Island | 1,020 | $76,528 | $529,000 | — | 0.0% | 63.9% |
| 98264 | Lynden | 22,365 | $95,225 | $538,100 | $1,611 | 4.3% | 36.4% |
| 98266 | Maple Falls | 4,198 | $53,115 | $358,300 | $1,217 | 8.0% | 28.8% |
| 98276 | Nooksack | 1,547 | $85,781 | $484,500 | $1,750 | 4.5% | 32.6% |
| 98281 | Point Roberts | 1,275 | $80,197 | $460,500 | $1,055 | 2.3% | 56.3% |
| 98295 | Sumas | 3,135 | $96,337 | $408,000 | $1,341 | 2.4% | 37.3% |