ZIP Code 98592, Washington
ZIP Code 98592 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98592 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mason County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,059. The land area covers 17.68 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,059 | ±536 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 64.7 yrs | ±7.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 922 | ±252 | 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 | 1,118 | ±278 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 922 | ±252 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 196 | ±152 |
| Median Home Value | $558,400 | ±$108,249 |
| Median Gross Rent | $3,500+ | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $138,370 | ±$48,593 |
| Per Capita Income | $61,225 | ±$12,895 |
| Poverty Rate | 0.9% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 18 | ±24 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | ±4.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 718 | ±365 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.1% | ±9.3% |
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-04 | Shelton, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OLYMPIA, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Shelton, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Shelton, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lakebay, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Shelton, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Shelton, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Grapeview, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | 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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The Evergreen State College
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College | 18.6 mi away | 2700 Evergreen Pkwy NW, Olympia, WA, 98505-0001 |
3608676170
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HOODSPORT TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | N. 40 SCHOOLHOUSE HILL RD., HOODSPORT, WA, 98548 |
(360) 877-9339
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South Puget Sound Community College
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College | 22.5 mi away | 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia, WA, 98512-6292 |
3605965200
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MASON COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 710 W ALDER ST, SHELTON, WA, 98584 |
(360) 584-4979
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Saint Martin's University
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College | 23.6 mi away | 5000 Abbey Way SE, Lacey, WA, 98503-7500 |
3604914700
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SHELTON (WILLIAM G. REED) PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 710 W. ALDER ST., SHELTON, WA, 98584 |
(360) 426-1362
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NORTH MASON TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 23081 NE STATE ROUTE 3, BELFAIR, WA, 98528 |
(360) 275-3232
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KEY CENTER LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 8905 KEY PENINSULA HWY NW, LAKEBAY, WA, 98349 |
(253) 548-3309
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ANDERSON ISLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 11319 YOMAN ROAD, ANDERSON ISLAND, WA, 98303 |
(253) 548-3536
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MCCLEARY TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 121 S. 4TH ST., MCCLEARY, WA, 98557 |
(360) 495-3368
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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 4.7 miles from ZCTA5 98592. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union CDP | CDP | 1.3 mi | — |
| Skokomish CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Hoodsport CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Shelton city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Grapeview CDP | CDP | 11.3 mi | — |
| Allyn CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98592. • 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.