Zip Code 98045

WA · Population: 15,412

C+
58/100
7
F
Safety
86
A
Affordability
66
B
Quality of Life
71
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98045

Zip code 98045 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 15,412 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 58/100), 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 $154,803 and home values around $779,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 51% 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 2.4%.

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
$154,803
Home Value
$779,800
Rent
$1,868/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
51%
Unemployment
2.4%
Owner-Occupied
83.8%
Rent Burden
14.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety7FLower crime = higher score
Affordability86ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life66BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy71B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall58C+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).