ZIP Code 98311 in Bremerton, WA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Bremerton, Washington
Names to Avoid:
Sheridan Park
County:Kitsap County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:9:51:14 PM
Population:28,059 [See All]
Area Codes:206 / 360 / 564
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:47.6307, -122.6377
Land Area:11.197 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 98311 has 28,059 residents and 10,268 households (average 2.72 persons per household). The median age is 37.7 years, about the same as the state (38.1) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.4% male and 49.6% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (65.6%, higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Asian (10.2%, higher than the national average of 6.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 9.8%, 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:28,059Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:27,947Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:30,347Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:2,505.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$98,714Source: Census ACS
Households:10,268Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$448,100Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.72Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.92Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--25,47425,97026,28026,68027,18227,75027,71927,85627,94628,04227,17027,52727,947
Decennial Census25,880------------------28,059------
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: 37.7

Male Median Age: 35.7

Female Median Age: 39.7

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male7879409698941,0251,1161,1711,042815741712882837771621411231164
Female7808418418318089261,045953846725800900946865725517308273
Total1,5671,7811,8101,7251,8332,0422,2161,9951,6611,4661,5121,7821,7831,6361,346928539437
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:18,39468.51%
Black:9833.66%
Hispanic:*2,75510.26%
Asian:2,87610.71%
American Indian:2821.05%
Hawaiian:6132.28%
Other:9453.52%
Total:26,848100%
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:14,12950.35%35.7 years
Females:13,93049.65%39.7 years
Total:28,059100%37.7 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:24,53387.78%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:8493.04%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1,7996.44%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:7669.18%
Total Population:27,947100%
Total Native Population:25,38290.82%
Total Foreign-born Population:2,5659.18%
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 $98,714, which is markedly greater than the national median ($78,538), is up $35,126 (55.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $25,006. Family households earn a median of $109,203 versus $58,950 for nonfamily households (a difference of $50,253). By gender, male median income is $71,728 and female is $54,898, which is considerably lower than the state female median ($63,283), with a current gap of $16,830 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 67.8%, which is well above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is better than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (38.3%).

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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$63,588$62,095$66,706$68,056$66,063$69,674$72,840$75,917$73,708$80,439$83,772$95,595$98,714
Median Family Income$71,190$70,151$77,530$75,551$75,435$80,069$81,818$83,341$84,844$88,204$95,738$104,934$109,203
Median NonFamily Income$37,057$42,335$45,795$43,051$41,121$40,299$40,083$39,856$43,050$48,542$50,882$57,518$58,950
Median Male Income$55,409$52,864$55,610$53,726$52,690$54,075$55,893$55,239$54,280$60,093$66,122$70,234$71,728
Median Female Income$38,039$36,358$40,038$38,968$38,980$38,465$38,488$40,406$40,413$43,291$48,980$53,071$54,898
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:12,88159.21%
Unemployed:6172.84%
Not In Labor Force:8,25637.95%
Total:21,754100%
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:4,93238.29%
Service:2,29417.81%
Sales and Office:2,26817.61%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,34210.42%
Production, transportation, and material moving:2,04515.88%
Total Civilian Employed Population:12,881100%
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 $448,100, which is far above the national median ($303,400), is up $205,500 (84.71%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $172,200. The median gross rent is $1,792, which is much higher than the national median ($1,348), is up $812 (82.86%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $455. Of occupied housing, owners make up 75.16% (65.59% with a mortgage, 34.41% free-and-clear) and renters 24.84% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 4.97%, 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$242,600$232,700$227,900$221,800$223,500$224,400$234,600$253,400$275,900$296,400$329,400$407,000$448,100
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:331.27%
$500 to $999:1345.15%
$1,000 to $1,499:58922.65%
$1,500 to $1,999:89134.26%
$2,000 to $2,499:76629.45%
$2,500 to $2,999:893.42%
$3,000 or more:501.92%
No Rent:491.88%
Total:2,601100%
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$980$1,045$1,092$1,082$1,091$1,203$1,205$1,248$1,337$1,426$1,537$1,701$1,792
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):5,16249.30%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,70825.86%
Renter Occupied:2,60124.84%
Total Occupied Housing Units:10,471100%

Occupied Housing Units:10,47195.03%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):5484.97%
Total Housing Units:11,019100%
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:8,35475.81%
Multi-Family Units:1,59414.47%
Other Units:1,0719.72%
Total Housing Units:11,019100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 32.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (38.80%). High school or higher is 96.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 6.20%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 5.30%, which is falls below the national rate (8.70%), up 1.80 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.20 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (44.01%). College enrollment is 20.89%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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:3141.61%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:4442.27%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):4,42322.64%
Some college, no degree:5,51128.21%
Associate's degree:2,53512.97%
Bachelor's degree:4,61623.63%
Graduate or professional degree:1,6958.68%
Total:19,538100%
High school or higher:18,78096.12%
Bachelor's degree or higher:6,31132.30%
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:20,26863.15%
Public Insurance:10,17731.71%
No Insurance:1,6485.14%
Total:32,093100%
Has Health Insurance:30,44594.86%
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 Poverty3.5%4.9%5.7%6.3%5.8%6.1%5.1%4.3%4.1%2.7%3.3%3.9%5.3%
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:3956.64%
Kindergarten:2854.79%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,61744.01%
High school (grades 9-12):1,40723.66%
College or graduate school:1,24220.89%
Total:5,946100%
Early Childhood:68011.44%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):4,30972.47%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 98311 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 316 business establishments, employing about 4,058 people with an annual payroll of $148,377,000. USPS data shows 11,157 residential mailboxes and 216 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:11,157Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:216Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:14,032Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:6,905Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:1,226Source: USPS
# of Businesses:316Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$35,745,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$148,377,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:4,058Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 98311 is located in Kitsap County, Washington, within the Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 14740) and Washington's 6th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 276,581 people, about 10.14% of whom live in ZIP Code 98311. It covers 11.197 sq mi of land and a water area of 4.486 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WASource: Census
CBSA Number:14740Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:276,581Source: Census
MSA:Seattle-Tacoma-Bremerton, WA CMSASource: Census
Land Area:11.197 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:4.486 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:06Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:6902.73 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Bremerton, WA PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:5307695Source: Census
Place Name:Bremerton city; WashingtonSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


98312 | | 98310

Schools in ZIP Code 98311


ZIP Code 98311 is in the Central Kitsap School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 6 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.

Brownsville Elementary 8795 Illahee Rd Ne
Silverdale, WA 98311
District: Central Kitsap School District
Esquire Hills Elementary 2650 Ne John Carlson Rd
Bremerton, WA 98311
District: Central Kitsap School District
Woodlands Elementary 7420 Central Valley Rd Ne
Bremerton, WA 98311
District: Central Kitsap School District
Olympic High School 7077 Stampede Blvd Nw
Bremerton, WA 98311
District: Central Kitsap School District
Pinecrest Elementary 5530 Pine Rd Ne
Bremerton, WA 98311
District: Central Kitsap School District
Barker Creek Community School 1400 Mcwilliams Road
Bremerton, WA 98311
District: Central Kitsap School District
The Cottage Montessori School 215 Nw Solnae Pl
Bremerton, WA 98311
District: Private School
Bilingual Montessori School 5550 Tracyton Blvd
Bremerton, WA 98311
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 98311


Olympic College 1600 Chester Ave
Bremerton, WA 98337-1699
Type: Post Secondary
Seattle Film Institute 3210 16th Avenue W
Seattle, WA 98119-1707
Type: Post Secondary
Seattle Pacific University 3307 3rd Ave W
Seattle, WA 98119-1997
Type: Post Secondary
Academy Of Interactive Entertainment 305 Harrison St Ste 405
Seattle, WA 98109-4623
Type: Post Secondary
The Seattle School Of Theology & Psychology 2501 Elliott Avenue
Seattle, WA 98121
Type: Post Secondary
Antioch University-Seattle 2326 6th Ave
Seattle, WA 98121-1814
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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