Zip Code 99258
WA · Population: 502
About Zip Code 99258
Zip code 99258 is located in Washington and is home to approximately 502 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 31/100), 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.
The community is highly educated — 100% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.
The unemployment rate of 36.8% 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
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 17 | F | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | — | — | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 67 | B | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 8 | F | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 31 | D | 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).