ZIP Code 98640, Washington
ZIP Code 98640 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98640 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Pacific County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,386. The land area covers 14.08 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,386 | ±509 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 63.1 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,756 | ±282 | 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 | 4,878 | ±286 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,756 | ±282 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,122 | ±294 |
| Median Home Value | $355,400 | ±$16,147 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,220 | ±$185 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,735 | ±$11,132 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,525 | ±$5,914 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.2% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 605 | ±218 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | ±2.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,760 | ±291 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.8% | ±4.9% |
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: 24,245 (2024)
ID: 176801
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY COMMISSIONER
PO BOX 187, SOUTH BEND WA 98586-0187
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | South Bend, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | South Bend, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | SOUTH BEND, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | OCEAN PARK, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | South Bend, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | South Bend, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | South Bend, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | South Bend, 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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Grays Harbor College
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College | 25.0 mi away | 1620 Edward P Smith Drive, Aberdeen, WA, 98520-7599 |
3605329020
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OCEAN PARK TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 1308 256TH PLACE, OCEAN PARK, WA, 98640 |
(360) 665-4184
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SOUTH BEND TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 1ST & PACIFIC, SOUTH BEND, WA, 98586 |
(360) 875-5532
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PACIFIC COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 507 DURYEA ST, RAYMOND, WA, 98577 |
(360) 489-4144
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RAYMOND TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 507 DURYEA ST., RAYMOND, WA, 98577 |
(360) 942-2408
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WESTPORT TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 101 E HARMS AVE, WESTPORT, WA, 98595 |
(360) 268-0521
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NASELLE TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 21.4 mi away | 4 PARPALA RD., NASELLE, WA, 98638 |
(360) 484-3877
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ILWACO TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 22.1 mi away | 158 1ST AVE. N., ILWACO, WA, 98624 |
(360) 642-3908
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GRAYS HARBOR COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 25.0 mi away | 420 7TH ST, HOQUIAM, WA, 98550 |
(360) 789-5468
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HOQUIAM TIMBERLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 25.0 mi away | 420 7TH ST., HOQUIAM, WA, 98550 |
(360) 532-1710
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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 GRAYLAND, WA US, located 11.9 miles from ZCTA5 98640. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48.6° | 37.5° | 43.1° | 11.46" | 0.0" |
| February | 51.3° | 36.9° | 44.1° | 7.24" | 0.0" |
| March | 53.4° | 38.5° | 45.9° | 8.41" | 0.0" |
| April | 56.3° | 41.2° | 48.7° | 5.99" | 0.0" |
| May | 60.1° | 45.9° | 53.0° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| June | 63.5° | 49.7° | 56.6° | 2.30" | 0.0" |
| July | 65.9° | 52.2° | 59.1° | 1.05" | 0.0" |
| August | 67.5° | 52.4° | 59.9° | 1.68" | 0.0" |
| September | 66.7° | 48.9° | 57.8° | 2.94" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.1° | 43.9° | 52.0° | 7.95" | 0.0" |
| November | 52.6° | 40.0° | 46.3° | 11.72" | 0.0" |
| December | 48.4° | 37.1° | 42.7° | 11.22" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Center CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Tokeland CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Ocean Park CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
| South Bend city | City | 11.7 mi | — |
| Grayland CDP | CDP | 14.7 mi | — |
| Raymond city | City | 15.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98640. • 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.