ZIP Code 98605, Washington
ZIP Code 98605 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98605 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Klickitat County / Skamania County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,117. The land area covers 39.84 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,117 | ±277 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.3 yrs | ±9.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 491 | ±109 | 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 | 527 | ±106 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 491 | ±109 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 36 | ±25 |
| Median Home Value | $421,700 | ±$49,634 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,270 | ±$979 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,917 | ±$8,039 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,491 | ±$6,307 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.4% | ±6.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 116 | ±77 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.8% | ±5.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 557 | ±199 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.7% | ±7.8% |
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: 24,124 (2024)
ID: 194180
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PLANNING DEPARTMENT
228 W MAIN ST, MSCH-17, GOLDENDALE WA 98620
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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 | Carson, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Cascade Locks, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | WHITE SALMON, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Hood River, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hood River, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | WHITE SALMON, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Hood River, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Hood River, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | COOK, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Mosier, OR |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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HOOD RIVER COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 502 STATE ST, HOOD RIVER, OR, 97031 |
(541) 386-2535
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HOOD RIVER COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 502 STATE ST, HOOD RIVER, OR, 97031 |
(541) 386-2535
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WHITE SALMON VALLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 77 NE WAUNA AVENUE, WHITE SALMON, WA, 98672 |
(509) 493-1132
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SKAMANIA COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 120 NW VANCOUVER AVENUE, STEVENSON, WA, 98648 |
(509) 427-5471
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STEVENSON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 120 NW VANCOUVER AVENUE, STEVENSON, WA, 98648 |
(509) 427-5471
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CASCADE LOCKS LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 300 SE WA-NA-PA ST, CASCADE LOCKS, OR, 97014 |
(541) 374-9317
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NORTH BONNEVILLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 214 CBD MALL, NORTH BONNEVILLE, WA, 98639 |
(360) 906-5000
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PARKDALE LIBRARY
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 7300 CLEAR CREEK RD, PARKDALE, OR, 97041 |
(541) 352-6502
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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 HOOD RVR EXP STN, OR US, located 9.5 miles from ZCTA5 98605. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.8° | 30.4° | 35.6° | 5.23" | 6.9" |
| February | 46.2° | 31.2° | 38.7° | 3.51" | 2.5" |
| March | 53.3° | 34.5° | 43.9° | 3.18" | 0.7" |
| April | 60.0° | 39.2° | 49.6° | 1.84" | 0.0" |
| May | 68.4° | 45.6° | 57.0° | 1.32" | 0.0" |
| June | 73.6° | 51.1° | 62.3° | 0.82" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.7° | 55.5° | 68.6° | 0.24" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.4° | 54.7° | 68.5° | 0.24" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.9° | 47.3° | 61.6° | 0.71" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.8° | 39.1° | 50.9° | 2.64" | 0.1" |
| November | 48.6° | 34.3° | 41.4° | 4.83" | 1.5" |
| December | 40.2° | 30.6° | 35.4° | 5.86" | 5.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hood River city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Carson CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
| White Salmon city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
| Bingen city | City | 10.3 mi | — |
| Odell CDP | CDP | 11.2 mi | — |
| Cascade Locks city | City | 12.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98605. • 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.