NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 98056

WA · Population: 36,116

B+
70/100
71
B+
Safety
70
B+
Affordability
61
B
Quality of Life
76
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98056

Zip code 98056 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 36,116 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 70/100), 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 $102,196 and home values around $681,400, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 43.3% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, 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
$102,196
Home Value
$681,400
Rent
$1,899/mo
Median Age
38
College Educated
43.3%
Unemployment
3.6%
Owner-Occupied
55.2%
Rent Burden
22.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety71B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability70B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life61BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy76B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall70B+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).