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Zip Code 98537

WA · Population: 3,008

C+
55/100
45
C
Safety
82
A
Affordability
60
B
Quality of Life
34
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98537

Zip code 98537 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 3,008 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 55/100), 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 $70,135 and home values around $273,000, 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 18.6% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 9.6% 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
$70,135
Home Value
$273,000
Rent
$779/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
18.6%
Unemployment
9.6%
Owner-Occupied
78.9%
Rent Burden
13.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety45CLower crime = higher score
Affordability82ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life60BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy34DLower unemployment = higher
Overall55C+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).