ZIP Code 98226, Washington
ZIP Code 98226 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98226 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Whatcom County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 46,782. The land area covers 105.80 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46,782 | ±2,120 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 20,048 | ±820 | 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 | 20,980 | ±770 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 20,048 | ±820 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 932 | ±273 |
| Median Home Value | $607,600 | ±$23,824 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,620 | ±$73 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,375 | ±$7,690 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,504 | ±$2,471 |
| Poverty Rate | 12% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,566 | ±871 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 23,525 | ±1,449 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.2% | ±1.4% |
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: 234,954 (2024)
ID: 176806
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY EXECUTIVE
311 GRAND AVE, STE 108, BELLINGHAM WA 98225-4038
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | ACME, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bellingham, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lummi Island, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Bellingham, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bellingham, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BELLINGHAM, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bellingham, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | BLAINE, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BLAINE, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-08 | Blaine, 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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Whatcom Community College
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College | 2.8 mi away | 237 W Kellogg Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98226 |
3603833000
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BARKLEY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 3111 NEWMARKET ST., SUITE 103, BELLINGHAM, WA, 98226 |
(360) 778-7290
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Zorganics Institute of Beauty and Wellness
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College Vocational | 3.0 mi away | 410 West Bakerview Road Suite 112, Bellingham, WA, 98226-8184 |
3603186411
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BELLIS FAIR BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 1 BELLIS FAIR PARKWAY SUITE 616, BELLINGHAM, WA, 98226 |
(360) 778-7320
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Bellingham Technical College
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College | 4.3 mi away | 3028 Lindbergh Ave, Bellingham, WA, 98225-1599 |
3607527000
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CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 210 CENTRAL AVE, BELLINGHAM, WA, 98225 |
(360) 778-7323
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Western Washington University
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College | 4.8 mi away | 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA, 98225-9008 |
3606503000
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 5205 NORTHWEST ROAD, BELLINGHAM, WA, 98226 |
(360) 305-3600
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Northwest Indian College
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College | 8.3 mi away | 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98226-9217 |
3606762772
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FAIRHAVEN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 1117 12TH STREET, BELLINGHAM, WA, 98225 |
(360) 778-7188
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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 BELLINGHAM INTL AP, WA US, located 4.8 miles from ZCTA5 98226. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.3° | 34.0° | 40.2° | 4.49" | — |
| February | 48.9° | 34.5° | 41.7° | 2.85" | — |
| March | 52.8° | 37.5° | 45.1° | 3.36" | — |
| April | 57.7° | 41.6° | 49.6° | 2.77" | — |
| May | 63.9° | 47.0° | 55.5° | 2.23" | — |
| June | 67.8° | 51.8° | 59.8° | 1.61" | — |
| July | 72.7° | 55.0° | 63.9° | 0.88" | — |
| August | 73.1° | 54.7° | 63.9° | 1.13" | — |
| September | 68.1° | 49.6° | 58.9° | 2.01" | — |
| October | 58.9° | 43.2° | 51.1° | 3.85" | — |
| November | 51.0° | 37.9° | 44.5° | 5.20" | — |
| December | 45.5° | 34.1° | 39.8° | 4.33" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellingham city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Geneva CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Marietta-Alderwood CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Sudden Valley CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Ferndale city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Everson city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98226. • 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.