Zip Code 98014

WA · Population: 7,626

C+
59/100
7
F
Safety
88
A
Affordability
72
B+
Quality of Life
70
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98014

Zip code 98014 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 7,626 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 59/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are considerably above the national average. Safety is a significant concern in this area.

With a median household income of $149,028 and home values around $786,900, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 50.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.5%.

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
$149,028
Home Value
$786,900
Rent
$1,733/mo
Median Age
42
College Educated
50.5%
Unemployment
2.5%
Owner-Occupied
90.8%
Rent Burden
14% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety7FLower crime = higher score
Affordability88ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life72B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy70B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall59C+Weighted 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).