ZIP Code 98274, Washington
ZIP Code 98274 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98274 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Skagit County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,860. The land area covers 143.07 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,860 | ±1,367 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs | ±3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,159 | ±422 | 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 | 7,872 | ±382 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,159 | ±422 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 713 | ±206 |
| Median Home Value | $547,700 | ±$25,718 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,869 | ±$124 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $96,177 | ±$4,894 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,451 | ±$3,715 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,984 | ±754 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.9% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,535 | ±773 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.7% | ±1.1% |
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: 132,736 (2024)
ID: 187880
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
1800 CONTINENTAL PL, STE 100, MOUNT VERNON WA 98273-5625
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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 | Arlington, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Arlington, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Arlington, 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 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Skagit Valley College
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College | 9.7 mi away | 2405 E. College Way, Mount Vernon, WA, 98273 |
3604167600
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MOUNT VERNON CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 208 W. KINCAID ST., MOUNT VERNON, WA, 98273 |
(360) 336-6249
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Everett Community College
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College | 23.8 mi away | 2000 Tower Street, Everett, WA, 98201 |
4253889100
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ARLINGTON LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 135 N. WASHINGTON AVE., ARLINGTON, WA, 98223 |
(360) 435-3033
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SEDRO-WOOLLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 110 WEST STATE STREET, SEDRO-WOOLLEY, WA, 98284 |
(360) 755-3985
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BURLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 820 EAST WASHINGTON AVENUE, BURLINGTON, WA, 98233 |
(360) 755-0760
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STANWOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 9701 271ST ST. NW, STANWOOD, WA, 98292 |
(360) 629-3132
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LAKEWOOD/SMOKEY POINT LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 3411 169TH PLACE NE, SUITES ABC, ARLINGTON, WA, 98223 |
(360) 651-0774
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CAMANO ISLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 848 N. SUNRISE BLVD., CAMANO ISLAND, WA, 98282 |
(360) 387-5150
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LA CONNER REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 520 MORRIS ST., LA CONNER, WA, 98257 |
(360) 466-3352
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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 ARLINGTON, WA US, located 10.3 miles from ZCTA5 98274. 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° | 28.6° | 38.0° | 5.92" | 0.8" |
| February | 50.5° | 28.0° | 39.3° | 4.42" | 0.7" |
| March | 54.2° | 31.5° | 42.9° | 5.00" | 0.4" |
| April | 59.8° | 35.3° | 47.6° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| May | 66.7° | 40.9° | 53.8° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| June | 71.0° | 45.4° | 58.2° | 2.66" | 0.0" |
| July | 77.3° | 47.9° | 62.6° | 1.15" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.7° | 47.1° | 62.4° | 1.34" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.0° | 42.2° | 57.1° | 2.49" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.8° | 36.9° | 48.9° | 4.94" | 0.0" |
| November | 52.2° | 31.2° | 41.7° | 7.15" | 0.2" |
| December | 46.1° | 27.9° | 37.0° | 6.15" | 2.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake McMurray CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Big Lake CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Lake Cavanaugh CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Bryant CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Clear Lake CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Mount Vernon city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98274. • 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.