ZIP Code 98351, Washington
ZIP Code 98351 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98351 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Pierce County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,891. The land area covers 9.03 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,891 | ±553 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.5 yrs | ±11.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 687 | ±204 | 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 | 818 | ±226 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 687 | ±204 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 131 | ±150 |
| Median Home Value | $752,100 | ±$245,238 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $151,660 | ±$79,299 |
| Per Capita Income | $61,925 | ±$21,079 |
| Poverty Rate | 36.7% | ±16.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 694 | ±379 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.8% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 761 | ±287 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.5% | ±16.6% |
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: 941,170 (2024)
ID: 209717
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT TO DIRECTOR OF BUDGET & FINANCE
615 S 9TH ST, STE 100, TACOMA WA 98405-4673
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | 11-12 | Lakewood, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Anderson Island, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Tacoma, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Tacoma, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gig Harbor, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lacey, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | OLYMPIA, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | JBLM Lewis North, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Olympia, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OLYMPIA, 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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Pierce College District
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College | 9.7 mi away | 9401 Farwest Dr SW, Lakewood, WA, 98498-1999 |
2539646500
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ANDERSON ISLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 11319 YOMAN ROAD, ANDERSON ISLAND, WA, 98303 |
(253) 548-3536
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Saint Martin's University
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College | 11.1 mi away | 5000 Abbey Way SE, Lacey, WA, 98503-7500 |
3604914700
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STEILACOOM LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 2950 STEILACOOM BLVD., STEILACOOM, WA, 98388 |
(253) 548-3313
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Tacoma Community College
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College | 12.1 mi away | 6501 S 19th St, Tacoma, WA, 98466-6100 |
2535665000
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DUPONT LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 1540 WILMINGTON DRIVE, DUPONT, WA, 98327 |
(253) 548-3326
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The Evergreen State College
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College | 12.9 mi away | 2700 Evergreen Pkwy NW, Olympia, WA, 98505-0001 |
3608676170
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KEY CENTER LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 8905 KEY PENINSULA HWY NW, LAKEBAY, WA, 98349 |
(253) 548-3309
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Clover Park Technical College
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College | 13.1 mi away | 4500 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA, 98499-4004 |
2535895800
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HAWKS PRAIRIE TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 8205 MARTIN WAY SUITE B, LACEY, WA, 98516 |
(360) 252-9658
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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 TACOMA NARROWS AP, WA US, located 10.4 miles from ZCTA5 98351. 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° | 36.4° | 41.4° | 6.06" | — |
| February | 48.4° | 36.5° | 42.5° | 4.11" | — |
| March | 53.1° | 38.5° | 45.8° | 4.63" | — |
| April | 57.5° | 41.4° | 49.4° | 3.39" | — |
| May | 64.5° | 46.5° | 55.5° | 2.08" | — |
| June | 69.7° | 50.7° | 60.2° | 1.36" | — |
| July | 75.5° | 54.0° | 64.7° | 0.68" | — |
| August | 75.6° | 54.3° | 65.0° | 0.86" | — |
| September | 69.6° | 51.4° | 60.5° | 1.54" | — |
| October | 58.6° | 45.7° | 52.2° | 4.32" | — |
| November | 50.5° | 39.8° | 45.1° | 7.18" | — |
| December | 45.5° | 36.2° | 40.9° | 5.81" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longbranch CDP | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| Home CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
| Herron Island CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Anderson Island CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Fox Island CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Ketron Island CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98351. • 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.