ZIP Code 98134 in Seattle, WA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Seattle, Washington
County:King County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:9:48:18 PM
Population:1,216 [See All]
Area Code:206
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:47.5712, -122.3378
Land Area:3.319 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 98134 has 1,216 residents and 270 households (average 1.99 persons per household). The median age is 38.3 years, about the same as the state (38.1) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 66.8% male and 33.2% female, which is much higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (52.5%, much lower than the state average of 66.6% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (14.2%, much higher than the state average of 4.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 13.7%, which is lower than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than the state average (4.0%).

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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:1,216Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:779Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:407Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:366.4 people per sq mile
Average Income:$66,119Source: Census ACS
Households:270Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$385,300Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:1.99Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:4.21Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--872915856850797847844804833779808852779
Decennial Census644------------------1,216------
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: 38.3

Male Median Age: 43

Female Median Age: 32.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1615102467601068842787693723718721
Female1699315450594417224598146227
Total3224195512111016513259100121102805124948
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:63851.91%
Black:17314.08%
Hispanic:*16713.59%
Asian:1159.36%
American Indian:514.15%
Hawaiian:141.14%
Other:715.78%
Total:1,229100%
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:81266.78%43.0 years
Females:40433.22%32.2 years
Total:1,216100%38.3 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:64783.06%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:273.47%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:638.09%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:4213.48%
Total Population:779100%
Total Native Population:67486.52%
Total Foreign-born Population:10513.48%
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 $66,119, which is well under the state median ($94,952), is up $25,661 (63.4%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $17,353. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $65,933 for nonfamily households (a difference of $65,933). By gender, male median income is $49,375 and female is $66,194, which is much higher than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $16,819 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 91.1%, which is much higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 12.8%, which is far worse than the state rate (4.9%). The largest occupation group is Service (28.9%).

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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$40,458$41,079$43,151$42,972$52,981$52,039$58,125$74,773$83,472$71,607$64,375$65,139$66,119
Median Family Income$41,422$41,367$44,211$43,983$61,375$64,167$72,708$65,750$0$0$0$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$38,529$36,705$33,988$34,798$48,594$50,066$55,417$79,271$83,889$71,607$64,344$64,944$65,933
Median Male Income$30,655$29,414$29,656$32,824$0$36,078$36,510$42,500$53,958$52,875$44,070$46,196$49,375
Median Female Income$95,893$27,321$27,188$27,143$0$41,250$44,722$44,813$55,357$57,054$59,018$63,172$66,194
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:29449.16%
Unemployed:7011.71%
Not In Labor Force:23439.13%
Total:598100%
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:8127.55%
Service:8528.91%
Sales and Office:7625.85%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:103.40%
Production, transportation, and material moving:4214.29%
Total Civilian Employed Population:294100%
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 $385,300, which is markedly greater than the national median ($303,400), is up $172,100 (80.72%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $8,300. The median gross rent is $1,551, which is much higher than the national median ($1,348), is up $384 (32.90%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $555. Of occupied housing, owners make up 34.29% (44.44% with a mortgage, 55.56% free-and-clear) and renters 65.71% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.86%, which is much higher than the state rate (7.42%).

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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$213,200$206,700$234,400$222,800$258,300$276,100$287,500$344,100$377,000$397,000$400,000$413,500$385,300
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:107.25%
$1,000 to $1,499:4331.16%
$1,500 to $1,999:5942.75%
$2,000 to $2,499:64.35%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:2014.49%
Total:138100%
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$1,167$1,246$1,097$1,106$1,125$1,142$1,477$1,636$2,106$1,896$1,692$1,628$1,551
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):3215.24%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):4019.05%
Renter Occupied:13865.71%
Total Occupied Housing Units:210100%

Occupied Housing Units:21087.14%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):3112.86%
Total Housing Units:241100%
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:00.00%
Multi-Family Units:241100.00%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:241100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 26.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (38.80%). High school or higher is 89.40%, which is on par with the state rate (92.20%). The uninsured rate is 16.60%, which is on par with the state rate (6.40%). Private coverage is 40.30%, which is generally lower than the state rate (70.90%). Public coverage is 49.80%, which is notably higher than the state rate (35.80%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%). 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 (100.00%). College enrollment is 100.00%, 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:152.34%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:538.26%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):15023.36%
Some college, no degree:23135.98%
Associate's degree:264.05%
Bachelor's degree:13420.87%
Graduate or professional degree:335.14%
Total:642100%
High school or higher:57489.41%
Bachelor's degree or higher:16726.01%
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:24137.77%
Public Insurance:29846.71%
No Insurance:9915.52%
Total:638100%
Has Health Insurance:53984.48%
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 Poverty0.0%8.3%11.8%11.9%22.0%18.8%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
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:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00.00%
High school (grades 9-12):00.00%
College or graduate school:60100.00%
Total:60100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 98134 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 936 business establishments, employing about 39,386 people with an annual payroll of $4,107,558,000. USPS data shows 205 residential mailboxes and 1,519 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:205Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1,519Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:5,626Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:5Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:193Source: USPS
# of Businesses:936Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$913,938,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$4,107,558,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:39,386Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 98134 is located in King County, Washington, within the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 42660) and Washington's 7th and 9th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 4,021,467 people, about 0.03% of whom live in ZIP Code 98134, and is subdivided into the Seattle-Bellevue-Kent, WA division. It covers 3.319 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.636 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:3.319 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.636 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:07,09Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:144.13, 183.43 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


98136 | | 98133

Schools in ZIP Code 98134


ZIP Code 98134 is in the Seattle Public Schools, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public schools and 1 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.

Interagency Programs 2445 3rd Ave S
Seattle, WA 98134
District: Seattle Public Schools
Puget Sounds Community School 660 S Dearborn St
Seattle, WA 98134
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 98134


Seattle Institute Of East Asian Medicine 226 South Orcas Street
Seattle, WA 98108
Type: Post Secondary
South Seattle College 6000 16th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106-1499
Type: Post Secondary
Shoreline Community College - Cnc Machinists Program , Georgetown Ssc 6737 Corson Avenue South Building A
Seattle, WA 98108-3450
Type: Post Secondary
Shoreline Community College - Cnc Machinists Program , Georgetown Ssc 6737 Corson Avenue South Building A
Seattle, WA 98108-3450
Type: Post Secondary
Golden Gate University-Seattle 1424 4th Avenue, Suite 410
Seattle, WA 98101-2218
Type: Post Secondary
Seattle University 900 Broadway
Seattle, WA 98122-4340
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.

  1. U.S. Postal Service [Last Updated: 10/1/2025], https://www.usps.com
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    • U.S. Census Office of Management and Budget [Updated: As Released]
    • U.S. Census 2020 Demographic & Housing Characteristics (DHC) [Decennial] [Updated: 5/25/2023]
    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
  4. U.S. Geological Survey [Updated: Varies], https://www.usgs.gov
  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
  6. National Center for Education Statistics [Updated: 10/1/2025], https://nces.ed.gov