ZIP Code 98828, Washington
ZIP Code 98828 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98828 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Chelan County / Kittitas County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,898. The land area covers 61.38 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,898 | ±441 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.9 yrs | ±7.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 813 | ±166 | 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 | 910 | ±165 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 813 | ±166 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 97 | ±80 |
| Median Home Value | $437,600 | ±$23,336 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,766 | ±$186 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $70,197 | ±$29,652 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,468 | ±$8,858 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.1% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 59 | ±51 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 825 | ±240 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90% | ±5.5% |
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: 81,228 (2024)
ID: 209714
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK OF THE BOARD
400 DOUGLAS ST, STE 201, WENATCHEE WA 98801-2891
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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 | WENATCHEE, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Cashmere, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Cashmere, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-11 | East Wenatchee, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | East Wenatchee, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-12 | WENATCHEE, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | East Wenatchee, WA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-06 | East Wenatchee, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-09 | East Wenatchee, WA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | East Wenatchee, WA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Wenatchee Valley College
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College | 11.2 mi away | 1300 Fifth St, Wenatchee, WA, 98801-1799 |
5096826800
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EAST WENATCHEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 271 9TH STREET NE, EAST WENATCHEE, WA, 98802 |
(509) 886-7404
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WENATCHEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 310 DOUGLAS ST, WENATCHEE, WA, 98801 |
(509) 662-5021
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 16 N COLUMBIA ST, WENATCHEE, WA, 98801 |
(509) 663-1117
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QUINCY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 208 CENTRAL AVE S, QUINCY, WA, 98848 |
(509) 787-2359
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CASHMERE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 300 WOODRING ST, CASHMERE, WA, 98815 |
(509) 782-3314
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GEORGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.1 mi away | 403 S. WASHINGTON WAY, GEORGE, WA, 98824 |
(509) 785-7043
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WATERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 103 W. LOCUST ST, WATERVILLE, WA, 98858 |
(509) 745-8354
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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 WENATCHEE PANGBORN AP, WA US, located 6.2 miles from ZCTA5 98828. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.6° | 24.1° | 28.9° | 1.02" | — |
| February | 41.6° | 27.4° | 34.5° | 0.76" | — |
| March | 52.5° | 33.7° | 43.1° | 0.73" | — |
| April | 61.8° | 40.4° | 51.1° | 0.57" | — |
| May | 71.6° | 48.7° | 60.1° | 0.77" | — |
| June | 78.2° | 54.9° | 66.5° | 0.50" | — |
| July | 87.6° | 61.8° | 74.7° | 0.24" | — |
| August | 86.4° | 61.0° | 73.7° | 0.23" | — |
| September | 76.7° | 52.5° | 64.6° | 0.23" | — |
| October | 60.5° | 40.9° | 50.7° | 0.62" | — |
| November | 43.8° | 30.9° | 37.4° | 0.85" | — |
| December | 33.4° | 24.5° | 29.0° | 1.31" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Island city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| South Wenatchee CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
| East Wenatchee city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| Crescent Bar CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
| Wenatchee city | City | 11.2 mi | — |
| Sunnyslope CDP | CDP | 15.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98828. • 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.