ZIP Code 98555, Washington
ZIP Code 98555 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98555 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mason County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 324. The land area covers 26.48 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | ±149 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 67.2 yrs | ±6.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 233 | ±110 | 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 | 793 | ±214 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 233 | ±110 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 560 | ±194 |
| Median Home Value | $462,500 | ±$163,361 |
| 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 | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $55,077 | ±$30,134 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% | ±17.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 54 | ±62 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±16.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 79 | ±66 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94% | ±17.3% |
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: 69,632 (2024)
ID: 114608
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIR
411 N 5TH ST, SHELTON WA 98584-3466
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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 | Belfair, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BRINNON, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Grapeview, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BREMERTON, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Belfair, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Shelton, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Belfair, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | SILVERDALE, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Belfair, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Belfair, 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 | 20.2 mi away | 1600 Chester Ave, Bremerton, WA, 98337-1699 |
3607926050
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HOODSPORT TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | N. 40 SCHOOLHOUSE HILL RD., HOODSPORT, WA, 98548 |
(360) 877-9339
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NORTH MASON TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 23081 NE STATE ROUTE 3, BELFAIR, WA, 98528 |
(360) 275-3232
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SILVERDALE LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 3450 NW CARLTON ST., SILVERDALE, WA, 98383 |
(360) 447-5470
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PORT ORCHARD LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 87 SIDNEY ST., PORT ORCHARD, WA, 98366 |
(360) 447-5440
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KEY CENTER LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 8905 KEY PENINSULA HWY NW, LAKEBAY, WA, 98349 |
(253) 548-3309
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BREMERTON – DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 612 5TH ST., BREMERTON, WA, 98337 |
(360) 447-5420
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SYLVAN WAY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 1301 SYLVAN WAY, BREMERTON, WA, 98310 |
(360) 447-5480
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MASON COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 22.0 mi away | 710 W ALDER ST, SHELTON, WA, 98584 |
(360) 584-4979
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SHELTON (WILLIAM G. REED) PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.0 mi away | 710 W. ALDER ST., SHELTON, WA, 98584 |
(360) 426-1362
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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 CUSHMAN POWERHOUSE #2, WA US, located 12.1 miles from ZCTA5 98555. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.3° | 35.7° | 40.5° | 15.48" | 1.3" |
| February | 48.0° | 35.2° | 41.6° | 9.20" | 1.2" |
| March | 52.5° | 37.2° | 44.9° | 9.89" | 0.1" |
| April | 57.7° | 40.1° | 48.9° | 6.13" | 0.0" |
| May | 65.3° | 45.8° | 55.5° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| June | 69.6° | 50.1° | 59.9° | 1.91" | 0.0" |
| July | 75.6° | 54.0° | 64.8° | 0.87" | 0.0" |
| August | 75.5° | 54.0° | 64.8° | 1.40" | 0.0" |
| September | 69.3° | 49.9° | 59.6° | 3.02" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.4° | 44.0° | 51.2° | 9.10" | 0.0" |
| November | 49.7° | 38.6° | 44.1° | 15.72" | 0.1" |
| December | 44.2° | 35.2° | 39.7° | 16.21" | 1.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoodsport CDP | CDP | 10.0 mi | — |
| Belfair CDP | CDP | 11.5 mi | — |
| Brinnon CDP | CDP | 11.6 mi | — |
| Union CDP | CDP | 12.9 mi | — |
| Seabeck CDP | CDP | 13.8 mi | — |
| Allyn CDP | CDP | 14.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98555. • 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.