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98226

Washington · 46,782 residents · 105.798 sq mi
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ZIP 98226 has roughly average household income, with a median household income of $79,375. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. Median home value is $607,600. Among the 16 ZIP codes in Whatcom County, 98226 ranks 11th by median household income.

$79,375
US average: $82,259
$607,600
US average: $376,019
39.7%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
16.6%
Age 65+
20.8%
49.3%
50.7%
2.31 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic71.6%(33,510)
Black1.4%(674)
Hispanic / Latino9%(4,229)
Asian6.3%(2,945)
Other11.6%(5,424)
Diversity Score57.6%(26,966)
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Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Whatcom County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST11TH OF 16HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
98220$92,266
98225$63,941
98229$90,945
98230$86,623
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 98226?

ZIP code 98226 has about 46,782 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 98226?

The typical household in ZIP code 98226 earns about $79,375 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 98226 expensive?

In ZIP code 98226, the median home is worth about $607,600, and the typical rent is about $1,620 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 98226?

About 39.7% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 98226 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 98226?

About 12.0% of people in ZIP code 98226 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024