Zip Code 99161

WA · Population: 1,366

B
64/100
7
F
Safety
88
A
Affordability
80
A
Quality of Life
82
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 99161

Zip code 99161 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 1,366 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 64/100), 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 $89,167 and home values around $271,000, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 54.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 1%.

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
$89,167
Home Value
$271,000
Rent
$682/mo
Median Age
48
College Educated
54.3%
Unemployment
1%
Owner-Occupied
85%
Rent Burden
9.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety7FLower crime = higher score
Affordability88ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life80AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy82ALower unemployment = higher
Overall64BWeighted 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).