NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 98026

WA · Population: 39,035

B+
75/100
77
B+
Safety
81
A
Affordability
71
B+
Quality of Life
71
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98026

Zip code 98026 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 39,035 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 75/100), 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 $118,151 and home values around $691,900, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 45.3% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, which is near the national average.

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
$118,151
Home Value
$691,900
Rent
$1,822/mo
Median Age
43
College Educated
45.3%
Unemployment
4.1%
Owner-Occupied
74.1%
Rent Burden
18.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety77B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability81ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life71B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy71B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall75B+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).