NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 98240

WA · Population: 3,426

B+
71/100
71
B+
Safety
84
A
Affordability
82
A
Quality of Life
46
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98240

Zip code 98240 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 3,426 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 71/100), 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 $102,602 and home values around $510,400, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 25.1% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.3% 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
$102,602
Home Value
$510,400
Rent
$1,433/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
25.1%
Unemployment
7.3%
Owner-Occupied
88.4%
Rent Burden
16.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety71B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability84ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life82AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy46CLower unemployment = higher
Overall71B+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).