ZIP Code 98102 in Seattle, WA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Seattle, Washington
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Broadway, Capitol Hill
County:King County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:9:47:37 PM
Population:25,066 [See All]
Area Codes:206 / 360 / 425 / 564
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:47.6357, -122.3244
Land Area:1.287 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 98102 has 25,066 residents and 15,839 households (average 1.58 persons per household). The median age is 33.0 years, younger than the state (38.1) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 53.8% male and 46.2% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (71.3%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Asian (12.5%, higher than the national average of 6.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 7.7%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:25,066Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:26,583Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:28,684Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:19,476.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$114,395Source: Census ACS
Households:15,839Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$988,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:1.58Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:5.09Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--20,98321,80522,49322,77623,65524,03024,70325,44826,02325,88725,39625,82726,583
Decennial Census20,756------------------25,066------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 33

Male Median Age: 33.8

Female Median Age: 32.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male2261611821639652,9042,6551,7099647216995575123653152079877
Female2291781901661,0772,7842,2691,2046644934594033923413592239461
Total4553393723292,0425,6884,9242,9131,6281,2141,158960904706674430192138
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:17,88173.42%
Black:6852.81%
Hispanic:*1,9357.95%
Asian:3,12212.82%
American Indian:1010.41%
Hawaiian:390.16%
Other:5902.42%
Total:24,353100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:13,48053.78%33.8 years
Females:11,58646.22%32.1 years
Total:25,066100%33.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:21,99882.75%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:5872.21%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1,7796.69%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:2,21915.04%
Total Population:26,583100%
Total Native Population:22,58584.96%
Total Foreign-born Population:3,99815.04%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $114,395, which is much higher than the national median ($78,538), is up $59,084 (106.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $22,929. Family households earn a median of $221,286 versus $93,663 for nonfamily households (a difference of $127,623). By gender, male median income is $119,490 and female is $86,772, which is markedly greater than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $32,718 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 85.0%, which is markedly above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 5.1%, which is comparable to the state rate (4.9%). The largest occupation group is Management (76.2%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$55,311$57,387$65,054$68,109$75,155$77,356$83,403$87,425$91,466$97,374$102,466$114,026$114,395
Median Family Income$93,945$97,857$110,480$114,400$116,111$121,567$132,134$143,672$154,146$182,281$183,910$197,833$221,286
Median NonFamily Income$50,942$53,408$54,686$57,937$61,752$65,658$71,179$75,195$78,228$77,007$82,558$92,738$93,663
Median Male Income$57,368$57,731$58,814$61,560$65,982$64,649$69,813$78,285$86,597$85,993$103,235$113,958$119,490
Median Female Income$42,114$43,107$50,386$51,798$57,058$59,911$63,138$68,878$72,546$75,387$79,674$85,929$86,772
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:20,38080.63%
Unemployed:1,0924.32%
Not In Labor Force:3,80415.05%
Total:25,276100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:15,52376.17%
Service:1,4156.94%
Sales and Office:2,49212.23%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:2981.46%
Production, transportation, and material moving:6523.20%
Total Civilian Employed Population:20,380100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $988,700, which is markedly greater than the national median ($303,400), is up $565,300 (133.51%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $226,200. The median gross rent is $1,920, which is far above the national median ($1,348), is up $910 (90.10%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $270. Of occupied housing, owners make up 25.52% (73.16% with a mortgage, 26.84% free-and-clear) and renters 74.48% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 6.05%, which is far lower than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$423,400$415,500$406,000$417,800$445,800$470,000$512,100$633,000$762,500$796,700$850,900$1,042,000$988,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:2892.30%
$500 to $999:4433.53%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,85714.79%
$1,500 to $1,999:4,33234.50%
$2,000 to $2,499:2,55620.36%
$2,500 to $2,999:1,82414.53%
$3,000 or more:1,1499.15%
No Rent:1050.84%
Total:12,555100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$1,010$1,065$1,126$1,196$1,300$1,348$1,455$1,566$1,650$1,696$1,810$1,912$1,920
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):3,14818.67%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,1556.85%
Renter Occupied:12,55574.48%
Total Occupied Housing Units:16,858100%

Occupied Housing Units:16,85893.95%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,0866.05%
Total Housing Units:17,944100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:3,04416.96%
Multi-Family Units:14,79282.43%
Other Units:1080.60%
Total Housing Units:17,944100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 78.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.00%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 99.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 2.80%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 85.30%, which is well above the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 17.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 2.70%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.70%), down 0.10 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.30 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (68.76%). College enrollment is 68.76%, which is markedly above the state rate (25.00%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:1540.68%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:780.34%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):1,1585.10%
Some college, no degree:2,44510.76%
Associate's degree:1,0204.49%
Bachelor's degree:10,41545.84%
Graduate or professional degree:7,45032.79%
Total:22,720100%
High school or higher:22,48898.98%
Bachelor's degree or higher:17,86578.63%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:22,68681.13%
Public Insurance:4,52116.17%
No Insurance:7572.71%
Total:27,964100%
Has Health Insurance:27,20797.29%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty2.8%1.9%2.0%1.3%1.5%2.2%2.0%2.0%2.4%1.9%1.9%2.1%2.7%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:1433.86%
Kindergarten:892.40%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):61016.47%
High school (grades 9-12):3158.50%
College or graduate school:2,54768.76%
Total:3,704100%
Early Childhood:2326.26%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,01427.38%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 98102 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 784 business establishments, employing about 10,504 people with an annual payroll of $1,296,940,000. USPS data shows 18,155 residential mailboxes and 659 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:18,155Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:659Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:19,889Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:3,127Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:13,998Source: USPS
# of Businesses:784Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$334,414,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,296,940,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:10,504Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 98102 is located in King County, Washington, within the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 42660) and Washington's 7th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 4,021,467 people, about 0.62% of whom live in ZIP Code 98102, and is subdivided into the Seattle-Bellevue-Kent, WA division. It covers 1.287 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.367 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WASource: Census
CBSA Number:42660Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:Seattle-Bellevue-Kent, WA (CBSA Div 42644)Source: Census
CBSA Population:4,021,467Source: Census
MSA:Seattle-Tacoma-Bremerton, WA CMSASource: Census
Land Area:1.287 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.367 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:07Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:144.13 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Seattle-Bellevue-Everett, WA PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:5363000Source: Census
Place Name:Seattle city; WashingtonSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


98103 | | 98101

Schools in ZIP Code 98102


ZIP Code 98102 is in the Seattle Public Schools, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 2 public schools and 2 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Lowell Elementary School 1058 E Mercer St
Seattle, WA 98102
District: Seattle Public Schools
Tops K-8 School 2500 Franklin Av E
Seattle, WA 98102
District: Seattle Public Schools
Bright Water Waldorf School 1501 10th Ave E Ste 100
Seattle, WA 98102
District: Private School
Fusion Academy Seattle 214 E Galer St
Seattle, WA 98102
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 98102


Divers Institute Of Technology 1341 N. Northlake Way, Suite 150
Seattle, WA 98103
Type: Post Secondary
Shoreline Community College - Dental Hygiene 1959 Northeast Pacific Street Magnuson Healthsciences Center D232
Seattle, WA 98195-6365
Type: Post Secondary
Shoreline Community College - Dental Hygiene 1959 Northeast Pacific Street Magnuson Healthsciences Center D232
Seattle, WA 98195-6365
Type: Post Secondary
Seattle Central College 1701 Broadway Avenue
Seattle, WA 98122
Type: Post Secondary
Cornish College Of The Arts 1000 Lenora Street
Seattle, WA 98121
Type: Post Secondary
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle 802 East Pike Street
Seattle, WA 98122
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
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