ZIP Code 98944, Washington
ZIP Code 98944 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 98944 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Benton County / Yakima County, Washington. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 22,817. The land area covers 544.64 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,817 | ±1,104 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 28.7 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,433 | ±492 | 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 | 6,651 | ±499 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,433 | ±492 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 218 | ±114 |
| Median Home Value | $260,000 | ±$21,748 |
| Median Gross Rent | $968 | ±$129 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,276 | ±$4,313 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,302 | ±$2,421 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.8% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,019 | ±860 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.3% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,942 | ±747 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.9% | ±2.8% |
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: 218,190 (2024)
ID: 183782
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE MANAGER
PO BOX 190, PROSSER WA 99350-0190
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Education
Listing 1 local institution (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | West Richland, WA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BENTON CITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 810 HORNE ROAD, BENTON CITY, WA, 99320 |
(509) 588-6471
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MATTAWA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 101 MANSON LANE, MATTAWA, WA, 99349 |
(509) 932-5507
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GRANDVIEW LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 500 W. MAIN STREET, GRANDVIEW, WA, 98930 |
(509) 882-7034
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SUNNYSIDE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 621 GRANT, SUNNYSIDE, WA, 98944 |
(509) 837-3234
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PROSSER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 21.4 mi away | 902 7TH STREET, PROSSER, WA, 99350 |
(509) 786-2533
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WEST RICHLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 3803 W. VAN GIESEN, WEST RICHLAND, WA, 99353 |
(509) 967-3191
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RICHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.5 mi away | 955 NORTHGATE DR, RICHLAND, WA, 99352 |
(509) 942-7454
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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 PRIEST RAPIDS DAM, WA US, located 14.7 miles from ZCTA5 98944. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.6° | 29.6° | 35.1° | 1.08" | — |
| February | 46.9° | 32.1° | 39.5° | 0.62" | — |
| March | 56.9° | 37.9° | 47.4° | 0.74" | — |
| April | 65.4° | 44.8° | 55.1° | 0.55" | — |
| May | 75.2° | 52.7° | 64.0° | 0.55" | — |
| June | 82.0° | 59.6° | 70.8° | 0.54" | — |
| July | 91.6° | 66.5° | 79.0° | 0.21" | — |
| August | 90.2° | 65.9° | 78.1° | 0.08" | — |
| September | 80.4° | 57.7° | 69.0° | 0.15" | — |
| October | 65.3° | 46.4° | 55.9° | 0.65" | — |
| November | 49.9° | 36.2° | 43.0° | 0.91" | — |
| December | 40.9° | 29.9° | 35.4° | 1.40" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Aire CDP | CDP | 17.8 mi | — |
| West Richland city | City | 19.0 mi | — |
| Benton City city | City | 19.3 mi | — |
| Mattawa city | City | 19.4 mi | — |
| Sunnyside city | City | 20.7 mi | — |
| Prosser city | City | 21.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 98944. • 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.