ZIP Code 98034, Washington
ZIP Code 98034 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98034 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in King County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 52,531. The land area covers 9.81 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 52,531 | ±1,400 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 21,726 | ±649 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 23,095 | ±677 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 21,726 | ±649 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,369 | ±362 |
| Median Home Value | $946,300 | ±$21,911 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,376 | ±$58 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $135,219 | ±$6,163 |
| Per Capita Income | $80,426 | ±$3,677 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,096 | ±575 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 30,613 | ±1,343 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.7% | ±1.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 2,340,211 (2024)
ID: 209716
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEMOGRAPHER
401 5TH AVE, STE 800, SEATTLE WA 98104-2391
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Everett, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Snohomish, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SEATTLE, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Seattle, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SEATTLE, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Redmond, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Shoreline, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | LYNNWOOD, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kirkland, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SEATTLE, WA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bastyr University
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College | 2.0 mi away | 14500 Juanita Drive NE, Kenmore, WA, 98028-4966 |
4256023000
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KINGSGATE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 12315 NE 143RD STREET, KIRKLAND, WA, 98034 |
(425) 821-7686
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Lake Washington Institute of Technology
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College | 2.3 mi away | 11605 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA, 98034-8506 |
4257398100
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KIRKLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 308 KIRKLAND AVENUE, KIRKLAND, WA, 98033 |
(425) 822-2459
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University of Washington-Bothell Campus
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College | 3.2 mi away | 18115 Campus Way NE, Bothell, WA, 98011-8246 |
4253525000
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BOTHELL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 18215 98TH AVENUE NE, BOTHELL, WA, 98011 |
(425) 486-7811
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Cascadia College
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College | 3.3 mi away | 18345 Campus Way NE, Bothell, WA, 98011-8205 |
4253528000
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KENMORE LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 6531 NE 181ST STREET, KENMORE, WA, 98028 |
(425) 486-8747
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DigiPen Institute of Technology
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College | 3.5 mi away | 9931 Willows Rd NE, Redmond, WA, 98052 |
4255580299
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LAKE CITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 12501 28TH AVE NE, SEATTLE, WA, 98125 |
(206) 684-7518
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SEATTLE SAND PT WSFO, WA US, located 2.8 miles from ZCTA5 98034. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47.4° | 37.2° | 42.3° | 5.14" | 0.9" |
| February | 49.8° | 37.0° | 43.4° | 3.54" | 1.0" |
| March | 53.9° | 39.2° | 46.6° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| April | 58.8° | 42.8° | 50.8° | 2.98" | 0.0" |
| May | 65.3° | 48.3° | 56.8° | 2.16" | 0.0" |
| June | 70.2° | 52.7° | 61.4° | 1.57" | 0.0" |
| July | 76.5° | 56.5° | 66.5° | 0.78" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.0° | 57.1° | 67.1° | 1.00" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.3° | 53.2° | 62.3° | 1.74" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.5° | 46.7° | 53.6° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| November | 51.9° | 40.9° | 46.4° | 5.85" | 0.2" |
| December | 46.5° | 37.0° | 41.8° | 5.55" | 1.7" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkland city | City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Kenmore city | City | 2.8 mi | — |
| Bothell city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Woodinville city | City | 4.2 mi | — |
| Lake Forest Park city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Yarrow Point town | Town | 4.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98034. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.