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Zip Code 98032

WA · Population: 39,126

C+
50/100
54
C+
Safety
57
C+
Affordability
50
C+
Quality of Life
37
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98032

Zip code 98032 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 39,126 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 50/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

The median household income here is $76,683, with home values near $432,500 and rents around $1,670/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 24.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8.9% 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
$76,683
Home Value
$432,500
Rent
$1,670/mo
Median Age
32
College Educated
24.4%
Unemployment
8.9%
Owner-Occupied
39.9%
Rent Burden
26.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety54C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability57C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life50C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy37DLower unemployment = higher
Overall50C+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).