NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 98237

WA · Population: 4,979

C
48/100
42
C
Safety
67
B
Affordability
51
C+
Quality of Life
30
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98237

Zip code 98237 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 4,979 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 48/100), 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 $68,929, with home values near $319,000 and rents around $1,122/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 11.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 10.8% 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
$68,929
Home Value
$319,000
Rent
$1,122/mo
Median Age
38
College Educated
11.3%
Unemployment
10.8%
Owner-Occupied
79.7%
Rent Burden
19.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety42CLower crime = higher score
Affordability67BLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life51C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy30DLower unemployment = higher
Overall48CWeighted 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).