ZIP Code 98354 in Milton, WA

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Milton, Washington
Counties:Pierce County[Primary]
King County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:10:16:06 AM
Population:8,264 [See All]
Area Code:253
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:47.2499, -122.3150
Land Area:2.835 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 98354 has 8,264 residents and 3,382 households (average 2.40 persons per household). The median age is 40.1 years, slightly older than the state (38.1) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.3% male and 51.7% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.9%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (71.7%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (10.7%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 10.7%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:8,264Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:8,597Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:8,004Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:2,915.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:$96,866Source: Census ACS
Households:3,382Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$536,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.40Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.95Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--6,9377,1147,1367,2017,1677,1287,1347,0887,2217,5518,1858,1468,4328,597
Decennial Census6,976------------------8,264--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 40.1

Male Median Age: 38.2

Female Median Age: 41.8

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male2252382672352322973252812402472482912782011381135577
Female214239217222246275316294243248264293301233162152139218
Total439477484457478572641575483495512584579434300265194295
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:5,92472.03%
Black:3023.67%
Hispanic:*88610.77%
Asian:5116.21%
American Indian:1101.34%
Hawaiian:1371.67%
Other:3544.30%
Total:8,224100%
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:3,98848.26%38.2 years
Females:4,27651.74%41.8 years
Total:8,264100%40.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:7,44186.55%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:911.06%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:7098.25%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:35612.39%
Total Population:8,597100%
Total Native Population:7,53287.61%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,06512.39%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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 2024, the Median household income is $96,866, which is much higher than the national median ($80,734), is up $34,020 (54.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $22,999. Family households earn a median of $102,225 versus $74,281 for nonfamily households (a difference of $27,944). By gender, male median income is $69,744 and female is $64,639, which is far above the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $5,105 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 71.5%, which is markedly above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is on par with the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (30.8%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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 Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$62,846$62,755$63,675$67,485$66,208$67,137$71,760$76,270$73,867$76,582$82,125$91,338$90,361$96,866
Median Family Income$70,237$70,689$71,894$73,984$77,228$81,757$84,796$87,285$89,837$98,438$94,539$102,853$97,972$102,225
Median NonFamily Income$45,840$48,682$49,716$51,845$51,610$50,568$48,602$52,188$51,446$51,715$65,091$72,273$70,704$74,281
Median Male Income$58,532$57,381$56,658$56,304$58,846$59,180$57,077$55,000$61,284$54,021$56,750$69,713$67,404$69,744
Median Female Income$44,693$48,011$47,626$47,302$46,053$50,444$49,856$50,631$51,165$50,531$53,640$60,071$62,111$64,639
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:4,49467.73%
Unemployed:2503.77%
Not In Labor Force:1,89128.50%
Total:6,635100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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:1,38630.84%
Service:93420.78%
Sales and Office:91420.34%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:58713.06%
Production, transportation, and material moving:67314.98%
Total Civilian Employed Population:4,494100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $536,800, which is markedly greater than the national median ($332,700), is up $275,400 (105.36%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $229,300. The median gross rent is $2,221, which is much higher than the national median ($1,413), is up $1,122 (102.09%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $910. Of occupied housing, owners make up 55.60% (62.93% with a mortgage, 37.07% free-and-clear) and renters 44.40% - making this ZIP Code higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 2.93%, which is much lower than the national rate (10.12%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$261,400$240,800$229,600$225,700$224,700$236,300$251,400$281,300$307,500$339,000$360,200$438,800$510,900$536,800
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:261.84%
$1,000 to $1,499:18312.97%
$1,500 to $1,999:29320.77%
$2,000 to $2,499:46032.60%
$2,500 to $2,999:30521.62%
$3,000 or more:14410.21%
No Rent:00.00%
Total:1,411100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$1,099$1,085$1,089$1,096$1,132$1,142$1,220$1,301$1,311$1,394$1,635$1,871$2,010$2,221
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,11234.99%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):65520.61%
Renter Occupied:1,41144.40%
Total Occupied Housing Units:3,178100%

Occupied Housing Units:3,17897.07%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):962.93%
Total Housing Units:3,274100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:1,87457.24%
Multi-Family Units:1,28339.19%
Other Units:1173.57%
Total Housing Units:3,274100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 22.60% 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 91.90%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 7.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 8.10%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), up 3.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 3.30 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 (48.07%). College enrollment is 15.06%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:1722.96%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2985.12%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):1,80130.95%
Some college, no degree:1,67228.73%
Associate's degree:5609.62%
Bachelor's degree:84414.50%
Graduate or professional degree:4728.11%
Total:5,819100%
High school or higher:5,34991.92%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,31622.62%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:5,80560.76%
Public Insurance:3,11232.57%
No Insurance:6376.67%
Total:9,554100%
Has Health Insurance:8,91793.33%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty5.5%8.0%9.3%6.7%7.5%5.4%4.6%6.4%5.5%4.8%8.1%7.0%8.8%8.1%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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:1366.92%
Kindergarten:19910.12%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):94548.07%
High school (grades 9-12):39019.84%
College or graduate school:29615.06%
Total:1,966100%
Early Childhood:33517.04%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,53478.03%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 98354 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 185 business establishments, employing about 1,999 people with an annual payroll of $108,948,000. USPS data shows 3,335 residential mailboxes and 146 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:3,335Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:146Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:4,628Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:632Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:609Source: USPS
# of Businesses:185Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$24,847,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$108,948,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:1,999Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 98354 is located in Pierce County, Washington, within the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 42660) and Washington's 6th, 9th, and 10th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 3,439,809 people, about 0.24% of whom live in ZIP Code 98354, and is subdivided into the Tacoma-Lakewood, WA division. It covers 2.835 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.038 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WASource: Census
CBSA Number:42660Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:Tacoma-Lakewood, WA (CBSA Div 45104)Source: Census
CBSA Population:3,439,809Source: Census
MSA:Seattle-Tacoma-Bremerton, WA CMSASource: Census
Land Area:2.835 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.038 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:06,09,10Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:6902.73, 183.43, 826.67 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Tacoma, WA PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:5346020Source: Census
Place Name:Milton city; WashingtonSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


98355 | | 98353

Schools in ZIP Code 98354


ZIP Code 98354 is in the Fife Public Schools, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 2 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.

Discovery Primary School 1205 19th Avenue
Milton, WA 98354
District: Fife Public Schools
Surprise Lake Middle School 2001 Milton Way
Milton, WA 98354
District: Fife Public Schools
Berean Classical Christian School 9720 18th St Ct E
Edgewood, WA 98371
District: Private SchoolNearby
Salvation Christian Academy 10622 8th St E
Edgewood, WA 98372
District: Private SchoolNearby
Montessori Academy At Spring Valley 36605 Pacific Hwy S
Federal Way, WA 98003
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 98354


Kaistar 2222 So. 314 St
Federal Way, WA 98003
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Washington-Tacoma Campus 1900 Commerce St
Tacoma, WA 98402-3100
Type: Post Secondary
Northwest College Of Art & Design 1126 Pacific Avenue, Suite 101
Tacoma, WA 98402
Type: Post Secondary
Uei College-Tacoma 1415 East 72nd Street
Tacoma, WA 98404-3344
Type: Post Secondary
Bates Technical College 1101 S Yakima Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405
Type: Post Secondary
Summit Salon Academy 3702 S Fife Street Ste B102
Tacoma, WA 98409
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 February 1, 2026.

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