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Zip Code 98568

WA · Population: 2,643

C+
54/100
49
C
Safety
82
A
Affordability
45
C
Quality of Life
40
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98568

Zip code 98568 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 2,643 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 54/100), 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 $73,938 and home values around $330,000, 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 9.6% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8.3% 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
$73,938
Home Value
$330,000
Rent
$917/mo
Median Age
46
College Educated
9.6%
Unemployment
8.3%
Owner-Occupied
77.3%
Rent Burden
14.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety49CLower crime = higher score
Affordability82ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life45CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy40CLower unemployment = higher
Overall54C+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).