ZIP Code 98257, Washington
ZIP Code 98257 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98257 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Skagit County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,277. The land area covers 18.48 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,277 | ±283 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 61.5 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,033 | ±135 | 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 | 2,369 | ±137 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,033 | ±135 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 336 | ±52 |
| Median Home Value | $506,200 | ±$40,446 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,242 | ±$216 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $94,425 | ±$5,418 |
| Per Capita Income | $57,432 | ±$4,180 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 430 | ±93 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,684 | ±177 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.1% | ±0.6% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
|
GUS Population: 132,736 (2024)
ID: 187880
|
County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
1800 CONTINENTAL PL, STE 100, MOUNT VERNON WA 98273-5625
|
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BOW, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Anacortes, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Anacortes, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Mount Vernon, WA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | BURLINGTON, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BURLINGTON, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Mount Vernon, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Oak Harbor, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BURLINGTON, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Burlington, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Skagit Valley College
|
College | 9.6 mi away | 2405 E. College Way, Mount Vernon, WA, 98273 |
3604167600
|
|
LA CONNER REGIONAL LIBRARY
|
Library | 1.4 mi away | 520 MORRIS ST., LA CONNER, WA, 98257 |
(360) 466-3352
|
|
Western Washington University
|
College | 23.0 mi away | 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA, 98225-9008 |
3606503000
|
|
MOUNT VERNON CITY LIBRARY
|
Library | 8.1 mi away | 208 W. KINCAID ST., MOUNT VERNON, WA, 98273 |
(360) 336-6249
|
|
Bellingham Technical College
|
College | 24.9 mi away | 3028 Lindbergh Ave, Bellingham, WA, 98225-1599 |
3607527000
|
|
ANACORTES PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 8.9 mi away | 1220 10TH ST, ANACORTES, WA, 98221 |
(360) 293-1910
|
|
BURLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 9.9 mi away | 820 EAST WASHINGTON AVENUE, BURLINGTON, WA, 98233 |
(360) 755-0760
|
|
OAK HARBOR LIBRARY
|
Library | 9.9 mi away | 1000 SE REGATTA DRIVE, OAK HARBOR, WA, 98277 |
(360) 675-5115
|
|
CAMANO ISLAND LIBRARY
|
Library | 11.7 mi away | 848 N. SUNRISE BLVD., CAMANO ISLAND, WA, 98282 |
(360) 387-5150
|
|
STANWOOD LIBRARY
|
Library | 13.2 mi away | 9701 271ST ST. NW, STANWOOD, WA, 98292 |
(360) 629-3132
|
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 WHIDBEY ISLAND NAS, WA US, located 8.1 miles from ZCTA5 98257. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.3° | 38.1° | 43.7° | 2.43" | 1.1" |
| February | 51.1° | 37.2° | 44.2° | 1.63" | 1.0" |
| March | 54.5° | 40.1° | 47.3° | 1.68" | 0.6" |
| April | 58.4° | 43.4° | 50.9° | 1.69" | 0.0" |
| May | 62.0° | 48.0° | 55.0° | 1.69" | 0.0" |
| June | 65.8° | 51.5° | 58.6° | 1.12" | 0.0" |
| July | 69.0° | 54.0° | 61.5° | 0.63" | 0.0" |
| August | 69.7° | 53.9° | 61.8° | 0.85" | 0.0" |
| September | 66.8° | 50.2° | 58.5° | 1.08" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.2° | 45.6° | 52.9° | 2.04" | 0.0" |
| November | 53.5° | 40.9° | 47.2° | 3.13" | 0.3" |
| December | 48.7° | 37.8° | 43.3° | 1.95" | 2.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Conner town | Town | 1.2 mi | — |
| Bay View CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Whidbey Island Station CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Anacortes city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Conway CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Burlington city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98257. • 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.