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98203
  • ZIP Code in Washington

Report Card

grade B minus
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Public Schools
    grade B+
  2. Housing
    grade C minus
  3. Nightlife
    grade B+
  4. Good for Families
    grade B
  5. Diversity
    grade A
  6. Jobs
    grade B minus
  7. Weather
    grade B minus
  8. Cost of Living
    grade C minus
  9. Health & Fitness
    grade B+
  10. Outdoor Activities
    grade A
  11. Commute
    grade B+

About

Population
36,448

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$507,000
National
$281,900
Median Rent
$1,736
National
$1,268
Area Feel
Dense Suburban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    34%
  • Own
    66%
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98203 Rankings

Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and expert insights.

Residents

Diversity
grade A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$96,351
National
$75,149
Families with Children
28%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    10%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    20%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    35%
    national  28%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    26%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    9%
    national  11%

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