ZIP Code 98036, Washington
ZIP Code 98036 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98036 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Snohomish County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 42,370. The land area covers 9.59 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42,370 | ±1,731 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,575 | ±721 | 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 | 17,372 | ±760 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,575 | ±721 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 797 | ±289 |
| Median Home Value | $759,900 | ±$23,971 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,779 | ±$71 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $88,958 | ±$6,078 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,844 | ±$2,329 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,740 | ±708 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 21,060 | ±940 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.3% | ±5.6% |
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: 864,113 (2024)
ID: 176803
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT ANALYST
3000 ROCKEFELLER AVENUE, MS 407, EVERETT WA 98201-4060
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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 | 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 | Bellevue, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kenmore, 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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Edmonds College
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College | 2.2 mi away | 20000 68th Ave W, Lynnwood, WA, 98036 |
4256401459
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LYNNWOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 19200 44TH AVE. W, LYNNWOOD, WA, 98036 |
(425) 778-2148
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Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy-Shoreline
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College Vocational | 4.5 mi away | 18336 Aurora Ave. North Suite 103, Shoreline, WA, 98133 |
20654211115
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BRIER LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 23303 BRIER RD., BRIER, WA, 98036 |
(425) 483-0888
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Cascadia College
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College | 5.3 mi away | 18345 Campus Way NE, Bothell, WA, 98011-8205 |
4253528000
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MOUNTLAKE TERRACE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 23300 58TH AVE. W, MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, WA, 98043 |
(425) 776-8722
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University of Washington-Bothell Campus
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College | 5.4 mi away | 18115 Campus Way NE, Bothell, WA, 98011-8246 |
4253525000
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KENMORE LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 6531 NE 181ST STREET, KENMORE, WA, 98028 |
(425) 486-8747
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Shoreline Community College
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College | 5.6 mi away | 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA, 98133-5696 |
2065464101
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LAKE FOREST PARK LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 17171 BOTHELL WAY NE, LAKE FOREST PARK, WA, 98155 |
(206) 362-8860
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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 EVERETT SNOHOMISH AP, WA US, located 6.8 miles from ZCTA5 98036. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.8° | 36.6° | 41.2° | 3.89" | — |
| February | 47.9° | 36.9° | 42.4° | 2.84" | — |
| March | 51.6° | 39.0° | 45.3° | 3.63" | — |
| April | 56.1° | 42.6° | 49.3° | 2.67" | — |
| May | 62.5° | 47.6° | 55.0° | 2.11" | — |
| June | 66.4° | 51.4° | 58.9° | 1.89" | — |
| July | 72.3° | 54.7° | 63.5° | 0.84" | — |
| August | 73.0° | 55.4° | 64.2° | 0.98" | — |
| September | 67.7° | 52.3° | 60.0° | 1.68" | — |
| October | 57.7° | 46.0° | 51.9° | 3.35" | — |
| November | 49.7° | 39.9° | 44.8° | 4.97" | — |
| December | 44.6° | 36.0° | 40.3° | 4.52" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alderwood Manor CDP | CDP | 0.7 mi | — |
| Brier city | City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mountlake Terrace city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Lynnwood city | City | 1.6 mi | — |
| Bothell West CDP | CDP | 1.9 mi | — |
| Larch Way CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98036. • 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.