ZIP Code 98359, Washington
ZIP Code 98359 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98359 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Kitsap County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,581. The land area covers 13.88 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,581 | ±574 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.9 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,730 | ±193 | 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 | 1,909 | ±166 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,730 | ±193 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 179 | ±115 |
| Median Home Value | $610,500 | ±$54,216 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,538 | ±$248 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $114,091 | ±$14,961 |
| Per Capita Income | $51,653 | ±$6,164 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.5% | ±4.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 482 | ±221 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,874 | ±311 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.9% | ±5.3% |
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 | PK-05 | Federal Way, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Seattle, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SEATTLE, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SEATTLE, WA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 09-12 | TACOMA, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SEATTLE, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Bremerton, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gig Harbor, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SEATTLE, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bainbridge Island, 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 | 10.3 mi away | 1600 Chester Ave, Bremerton, WA, 98337-1699 |
3607926050
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VASHON LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 17210 VASHON HIGHWAY SW, VASHON ISLAND, WA, 98070 |
(206) 463-2069
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Faith International University
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College | 10.8 mi away | 3504 N Pearl St, Tacoma, WA, 98407-2607 |
2537522020110
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PORT ORCHARD LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 87 SIDNEY ST., PORT ORCHARD, WA, 98366 |
(360) 447-5440
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University of Puget Sound
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College | 12.5 mi away | 1500 N. Warner Street, Tacoma, WA, 98416 |
2538793100
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MANCHESTER LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 8067 E. MAIN ST., MANCHESTER, WA, 98353 |
(360) 447-5430
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Highline College
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College | 13.1 mi away | 2400 S 240th St, Des Moines, WA, 98198-9800 |
2068783710
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GIG HARBOR LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 4424 POINT FOSDICK DRIVE, GIG HARBOR, WA, 98335 |
(253) 548-3305
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Tacoma Community College
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College | 13.1 mi away | 6501 S 19th St, Tacoma, WA, 98466-6100 |
2535665000
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BREMERTON – DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 612 5TH ST., BREMERTON, WA, 98337 |
(360) 447-5420
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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 10.8 miles from ZCTA5 98359. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purdy CDP | CDP | 2.7 mi | — |
| Burley CDP | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
| Maplewood CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Canterwood CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Bethel CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Wauna CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98359. • 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.