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98281

Washington · 1,288 residents · 4.885 sq mi
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ZIP 98281 has roughly average household income, with a median household income of $78,125. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. Median home value is $483,900. With a median age of 58.2, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 16 ZIP codes in Whatcom County, 98281 ranks 12th by median household income.

$78,125
US average: $82,259
$483,900
US average: $376,019
44.7%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
7.5%
Age 65+
31.8%
50.6%
49.4%
1.73 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic81.1%(1,044)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino4.6%(59)
Asian7.5%(97)
Other6.8%(88)
Diversity Score41.3%(532)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Whatcom County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST12TH OF 16HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
98220$92,266
98225$63,941
98226$79,375
98229$90,945
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 98281?

ZIP code 98281 has about 1,288 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 98281?

The typical household in ZIP code 98281 earns about $78,125 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 98281 expensive?

In ZIP code 98281, the median home is worth about $483,900, and the typical rent is about $1,095 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 98281?

About 44.7% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 98281 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 98281?

About 14.9% of people in ZIP code 98281 live below the federal poverty line.

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