Zip Code 98226
WA · Population: 45,703
About Zip Code 98226
Zip code 98226 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 45,703 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 61/100), 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 $71,943, with home values near $509,800 and rents around $1,432/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.
About 37.7% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.
Unemployment stands at 4.6%, 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
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 47 | C | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 59 | C+ | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 72 | B+ | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 67 | B | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 61 | B | 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).