NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 98241

WA · Population: 2,150

C+
51/100
41
C
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
47
C
Quality of Life
39
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98241

Zip code 98241 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 2,150 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 51/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $67,717 and home values around $337,900, 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 18.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8.6% 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
$67,717
Home Value
$337,900
Rent
$889/mo
Median Age
48
College Educated
18.8%
Unemployment
8.6%
Owner-Occupied
72.5%
Rent Burden
15.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety41CLower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life47CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy39DLower unemployment = higher
Overall51C+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).