NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 98178

WA · Population: 26,760

B
64/100
70
B+
Safety
72
B+
Affordability
64
B
Quality of Life
49
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98178

Zip code 98178 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 26,760 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 64/100), 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 $96,875 and home values around $591,000, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 35.1% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The unemployment rate of 6.8% 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
$96,875
Home Value
$591,000
Rent
$1,702/mo
Median Age
39
College Educated
35.1%
Unemployment
6.8%
Owner-Occupied
67.3%
Rent Burden
21.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety70B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability72B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life64BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy49CLower unemployment = higher
Overall64BWeighted 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).