NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 98001

WA · Population: 35,842

B
66/100
72
B+
Safety
74
B+
Affordability
67
B
Quality of Life
52
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98001

Zip code 98001 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 35,842 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 66/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $103,338 and home values around $483,900, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 28.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.3% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$103,338
Home Value
$483,900
Rent
$1,764/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
28.7%
Unemployment
6.3%
Owner-Occupied
77.6%
Rent Burden
20.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety72B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability74B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life67BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy52C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall66BWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).