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98279

Washington · 680 residents · 13.6 sq mi
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ZIP 98279 is a ZIP code of 680 people in San Juan County. At a median age of 56.7, this is an older place than the country as a whole. Median home value sits at $937,500. 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree, against 36% nationally. 25.3% of people in this ZIP code live below the federal poverty line. Median rent is $2,101 a month. Among the 9 ZIP codes in San Juan County, 98279 ranks 8th by median household income.

$70,417
US average: $82,259
$52,026
US average: $44,673
$937,500
US average: $376,019
49.5%
US average: 35.6%
Land area
13.6 sq mi
Age, sex & households
Under 18
11.9%
Age 65+
36.3%
52.9%
47.1%
1.99 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic91.3%(621)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino4.7%(32)
Asian0%(0)
Other4%(27)
20
Our index, 0 to 100. Higher means a more even mix of racial and ethnic groups.
Housing
13.3
Years of local income it takes to buy a local home, on a scale of about 0 to 15. Lower is more affordable.
Within San Juan County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST8TH OF 9HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
98222$106,333
98243$139,167
98245$95,811
98250$88,556
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 98279?

ZIP code 98279 has about 680 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 98279?

The typical household in ZIP code 98279 earns about $70,417 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 98279 expensive?

In ZIP code 98279, the median home is worth about $937,500, and the typical rent is about $2,101 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 98279?

About 49.5% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 98279 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 98279?

About 25.3% of people in ZIP code 98279 live below the federal poverty line.

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