Zip Code 98542

WA · Population: 708

C+
58/100
7
F
Safety
70
B+
Affordability
56
C+
Quality of Life
100
A+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98542

Zip code 98542 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 708 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 58/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are considerably above the national average. Safety is a significant concern in this area.

With a median household income of $80,875 and home values around $363,800, 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 12.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0%.

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
$80,875
Home Value
$363,800
Rent
—
Median Age
48
College Educated
12.4%
Unemployment
0%
Owner-Occupied
83.1%
Rent Burden
—

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety7FLower crime = higher score
Affordability70B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life56C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy100A+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall58C+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).