NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 99009

WA · Population: 4,868

B
68/100
51
C+
Safety
88
A
Affordability
58
C+
Quality of Life
76
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 99009

Zip code 99009 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 4,868 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 68/100), 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 $75,492 and home values around $328,600, 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 18.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, 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
$75,492
Home Value
$328,600
Rent
$745/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
18.7%
Unemployment
3.6%
Owner-Occupied
88.3%
Rent Burden
11.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety51C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability88ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life58C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy76B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall68BWeighted 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).