| City: | Lyman, Washington |
| County: | Skagit County |
| Timezone: | Pacific (GMT -08:00) |
| Local Time: | 10:15:14 AM |
| Population: | 186 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 360 / 564 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 48.6626, -121.8879 |
| Land Area: | 0.244 sq mi |
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Lyman sits in Washington's Skagit Valley, a small community of 186 people in the foothills of the North Cascades. The town covers less than half a square mile, but its post office serves a much larger region. With 189 PO Boxes and only 75 occupied homes, the adoption rate of 2.52 means residents from surrounding rural areas depend on this facility for mail access.
This is a PO Box Only Zone. No alternative mail delivery exists in this area, so everyone picks up mail at the Lyman post office. The town has rural carrier routes that deliver to nearby properties, but the PO Box classification shows the community's historic reliance on centralized mail pickup. Two distinct rural routes serve the surrounding countryside.
Lyman's street grid is compact and traditional. Main Street runs through the center with numbered cross streets (1st, 2nd, 3rd) branching off in multiple directions. Streets named after local families, like Dyer Lane, Meyers Avenue, and Cunningham Avenue, hint at the town's homesteading roots. There's no multi-family housing here. Every residence is a single-family home.
Demographics tell the story of a working-class community with an outdoor economy. Median household income is $120,750, well above the national average. Only 5% hold bachelor's degrees, but 27% work from home. Many residents work in transportation and warehousing, likely connected to the logging and agricultural industries that define the Skagit Valley. The median age is 36.7 years, younger than typical rural communities. Nearly all homes (91%) are owner-occupied, and 83% of residents are white.
Traditional small-town grid centered on Main Street with numbered cross streets and lanes named after founding families.
ZIP Code 98263 has 186 residents and 75 households (average 2.48 persons per household). The median age is 36.7 years, slightly younger than the state (38.1) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 54.3% male and 45.7% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (83.3%, much higher than the state average of 66.6% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (4.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 4.8%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 186Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 200Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 762.3 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $133,750Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 75Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $400,000Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.48Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.68Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 85 | 70 | 69 | 60 | 83 | 86 | 88 | 76 | 83 | 49 | 196 | 178 | 201 | 200 |
| Decennial Census | 76 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 186 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 36.7
Male Median Age: 37.8
Female Median Age: 36.2
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 9 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 11 | 12 | 5 | 13 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Female | 5 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Total | 14 | 8 | 10 | 9 | 11 | 20 | 19 | 10 | 15 | 13 | 15 | 7 | 12 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| White: | 155 | 90.64% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 9 | 5.26% |
| Asian: | 1 | 0.58% |
| American Indian: | 6 | 3.51% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 171 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 101 | 54.30% | 37.8 years |
| Females: | 85 | 45.70% | 36.2 years |
| Total: | 186 | 100% | 36.7 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 196 | 98.00% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 4 | 2.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 2.00% |
| Total Population: | 200 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 196 | 98.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 4 | 2.00% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $133,750, which is far above the national median ($80,734), is up $101,964 (320.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $39,583. Family households earn a median of $134,250 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $134,250). By gender, male median income is $71,250 and female is $66,250, which is far above the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $5,000 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 73.0%, which is far greater than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 12.1%, which is markedly higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (31.4%).
Explore More:Income Over TimeHousehold IncomeEmployment StatusBy Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $31,786 | $31,071 | $32,321 | $34,125 | $60,625 | $66,000 | $83,500 | $86,500 | $94,167 | $97,813 | $104,688 | $113,750 | $120,750 | $133,750 |
| Median Family Income | $32,143 | $32,500 | $32,500 | $34,125 | $61,875 | $63,750 | $67,500 | $90,313 | $94,792 | $98,438 | $108,125 | $116,125 | $121,250 | $134,250 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $2,499 | $2,499 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $34,750 | $37,083 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $30,250 | $30,938 | $30,938 | $31,563 | $61,250 | $51,563 | $63,750 | $68,125 | $68,125 | $63,250 | $62,368 | $72,250 | $74,583 | $71,250 |
| Median Female Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $31,250 | $42,750 | $45,313 | $46,000 | $61,250 | $58,750 | $66,250 |
| Employed: | 102 | 64.15% |
| Unemployed: | 14 | 8.81% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 43 | 27.04% |
| Total: | 159 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 32 | 31.37% |
| Service: | 12 | 11.76% |
| Sales and Office: | 13 | 12.75% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 14 | 13.73% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 31 | 30.39% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 102 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $400,000, which is markedly greater than the national median ($332,700), is up $125,000 (45.45%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $201,200. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is down $1,375 (100.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 90.67% (79.41% with a mortgage, 20.59% free-and-clear) and renters 9.33% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $275,000 | $209,400 | $115,000 | $118,800 | $112,500 | $112,500 | $181,800 | $182,800 | $198,800 | $206,300 | $333,300 | $357,100 | $385,700 | $400,000 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 7 | 100.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 7 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $1,375 | $1,550 | $1,219 | $1,219 | $1,188 | $1,050 | $1,050 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $938 | $1,100 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 54 | 72.00% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 14 | 18.67% |
| Renter Occupied: | 7 | 9.33% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 75 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 75 | 92.59% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 6 | 7.41% |
| Total Housing Units: | 81 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 72 | 88.89% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Units: | 9 | 11.11% |
| Total Housing Units: | 81 | 100% |
In 2024, 4.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 90.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 5.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 88.00%, which is well above the national rate (67.10%). Public coverage is 7.50%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 3.30%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (91.67%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 13 | 10.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 34 | 26.15% |
| Some college, no degree: | 46 | 35.38% |
| Associate's degree: | 31 | 23.85% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 4 | 3.08% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 2 | 1.54% |
| Total: | 130 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 117 | 90.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 6 | 4.62% |
| Private Insurance: | 176 | 87.56% |
| Public Insurance: | 15 | 7.46% |
| No Insurance: | 10 | 4.98% |
| Total: | 201 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 191 | 95.02% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 3.3% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 33 | 91.67% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 3 | 8.33% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 36 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 36 | 100.00% |
ZIP Code 98263 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 5 business establishments, employing about 28 people with an annual payroll of $1,447,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 198Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 5Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $335,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $1,447,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 28Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 98263 is located in Skagit County, Washington, within the Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 34580) and Washington's 2nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 116,901 people, about 0.16% of whom live in ZIP Code 98263. It covers 0.244 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.092 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WASource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 34580Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 116,901Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.244 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.092 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 02Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 1015.02 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 5340770Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Lyman town; WashingtonSource: Census |
ZIP Code 98263 is in the Sedro-Woolley School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
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 February 1, 2026.