Zip Code 98039

WA · Population: 2,923

B
61/100
7
F
Safety
77
B+
Affordability
87
A
Quality of Life
73
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98039

Zip code 98039 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 2,923 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 61/100), 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 $244,740 and home values around $2,000,001, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 87.6% 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 2.2%.

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
$244,740
Home Value
$2,000,001
Rent
$3,501/mo
Median Age
47
College Educated
87.6%
Unemployment
2.2%
Owner-Occupied
81.8%
Rent Burden
17.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety7FLower crime = higher score
Affordability77B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life87AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy73B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall61BWeighted 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).