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Zip Code 98597

WA · Population: 25,982

B
66/100
67
B
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
60
B
Quality of Life
61
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 98597

Zip code 98597 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 25,982 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 66/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $88,965 and home values around $377,100, 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 20.6% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average.

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
$88,965
Home Value
$377,100
Rent
$1,408/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
20.6%
Unemployment
5.2%
Owner-Occupied
80.6%
Rent Burden
19% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety67BLower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life60BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy61BLower unemployment = higher
Overall66BWeighted 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).