ZIP Code 98312, Washington
ZIP Code 98312 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98312 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Kitsap County / Mason County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 36,307. The land area covers 65.76 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36,307 | ±1,761 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,436 | ±591 | 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 | 15,340 | ±584 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,436 | ±591 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 904 | ±268 |
| Median Home Value | $473,100 | ±$13,831 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,739 | ±$62 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $90,449 | ±$6,594 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,940 | ±$2,111 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.3% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,043 | ±715 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 16,560 | ±951 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.7% | ±1.5% |
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: 281,420 (2024)
ID: 176798
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BUDGET AND FIANCE MANAGER
614 DIVISION ST, MS-7, PORT ORCHARD WA 98366-4691
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Bremerton, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bainbridge Island, WA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | Bainbridge Island, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Bremerton, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Belfair, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bremerton, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-08 | Bremerton, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BRINNON, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SILVERDALE, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PORT ORCHARD, 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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Olympic College
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College | 5.9 mi away | 1600 Chester Ave, Bremerton, WA, 98337-1699 |
3607926050
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PORT ORCHARD LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 87 SIDNEY ST., PORT ORCHARD, WA, 98366 |
(360) 447-5440
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Seattle Film Institute
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College | 18.8 mi away | 3210 16th Avenue W, Seattle, WA, 98119-1707 |
2065684387
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BREMERTON – DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 612 5TH ST., BREMERTON, WA, 98337 |
(360) 447-5420
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South Seattle College
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College | 19.1 mi away | 6000 16th Ave SW, Seattle, WA, 98106-1499 |
2069345300
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SILVERDALE LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 3450 NW CARLTON ST., SILVERDALE, WA, 98383 |
(360) 447-5470
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The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology
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College | 19.4 mi away | 1130 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98144 |
2068766100
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SYLVAN WAY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 1301 SYLVAN WAY, BREMERTON, WA, 98310 |
(360) 447-5480
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Academy of Interactive Entertainment
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College | 19.5 mi away | 305 Harrison St Ste 405, Seattle, WA, 98109-4623 |
2064286350
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NORTH MASON TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 23081 NE STATE ROUTE 3, BELFAIR, WA, 98528 |
(360) 275-3232
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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 BREMERTON, WA US, located 3.7 miles from ZCTA5 98312. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.6° | 35.6° | 41.1° | 9.28" | 0.6" |
| February | 49.4° | 35.1° | 42.3° | 5.83" | 0.7" |
| March | 53.7° | 37.7° | 45.7° | 6.37" | 0.1" |
| April | 59.0° | 41.0° | 50.0° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| May | 65.8° | 46.5° | 56.2° | 2.36" | 0.0" |
| June | 70.2° | 51.1° | 60.7° | 1.61" | 0.0" |
| July | 76.5° | 54.6° | 65.6° | 0.83" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.3° | 55.1° | 66.2° | 1.09" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.9° | 51.1° | 61.5° | 1.80" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.6° | 44.7° | 52.6° | 5.14" | 0.0" |
| November | 51.2° | 38.7° | 45.0° | 8.84" | 0.3" |
| December | 45.6° | 35.0° | 40.3° | 9.92" | 1.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bremerton city | City | 2.7 mi | — |
| Kitsap Lake CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Gorst CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Erlands Point CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Chico CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Navy Yard City CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98312. • 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.