NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 98281

WA · Population: 1,249

B+
72/100
50
C+
Safety
77
B+
Affordability
77
B+
Quality of Life
84
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98281

Zip code 98281 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 1,249 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 72/100), 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 $74,400 and home values around $375,300, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 46.9% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.5%.

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
$74,400
Home Value
$375,300
Rent
$1,043/mo
Median Age
56
College Educated
46.9%
Unemployment
2.5%
Owner-Occupied
85.6%
Rent Burden
16.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety50C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability77B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life77B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy84ALower unemployment = higher
Overall72B+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).