ZIP Code 98416 in Tacoma, WA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Tacoma, Washington
Names to Avoid:
University Of Puget Sound
County:Pierce County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:9:53:47 PM
Population:1,478 [See All]
Area Code:253
Classification:Unique [Company/Government]
Coordinates:47.2646, -122.4786
Land Area:0.088 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 98416 has 1,478 residents and 6 households (average 4.17 persons per household). The median age is 19.7 years, significantly younger than the state (38.1) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 40.7% male and 59.3% female, which is much lower than the state male share (49.9%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (76.7%, much higher than the state average of 66.6% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Asian (14.1%, much higher than the national average of 6.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 10.8%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:1,478Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:877Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:16,795.5 people per sq mile
Average Income:$0Source: Census ACS
Households:6Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$0Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:4.17Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:10.00Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,3951,3611,2451,0879669951,0139839629731,057830877
Decennial Census1,014------------------1,478------
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: 19.7

Male Median Age: 19.8

Female Median Age: 19.6

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male0003612274310010202000
Female1105663030210003000000
Total1109275304520013202000
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,13470.43%
Black:633.91%
Hispanic:*1609.94%
Asian:20812.92%
American Indian:171.06%
Hawaiian:80.50%
Other:201.24%
Total:1,610100%
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:60140.66%19.8 years
Females:87759.34%19.6 years
Total:1,478100%19.7 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:78889.85%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:343.88%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:131.48%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:426.27%
Total Population:877100%
Total Native Population:82293.73%
Total Foreign-born Population:556.27%
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 $0, which is far less than the state median ($94,952), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($63,283), with a current gap of $0 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 47.2%, which is much lower than the state rate (64.7%). The unemployment rate is 18.1%, which is markedly higher than the state rate (4.9%). The largest occupation group is Sales (42.8%).

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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$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Family Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Female Income$6,813$7,039$7,143$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

Average Household Income


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

Employment Status


Employed:33938.65%
Unemployed:758.55%
Not In Labor Force:46352.79%
Total:877100%
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:9327.43%
Service:10129.79%
Sales and Office:14542.77%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:00.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:339100%
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 $0, which is considerably lower than the state median ($519,800), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,682), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy

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$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. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00%
$500 to $999:00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00%
$3,000 or more:00%
No Rent:00%
Total:0100%
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$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. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):00%
Renter Occupied:00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:0100%

Occupied Housing Units:00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):00%
Total Housing Units:0100%
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%
Multi-Family Units:00%
Other Units:00%
Total Housing Units:0100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 100.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 3.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 17.40%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.30%). Insufficient data for poverty. 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:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:00.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):00.00%
Some college, no degree:00.00%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:9100.00%
Graduate or professional degree:00.00%
Total:9100%
High school or higher:9100.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:9100.00%
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:72380.16%
Public Insurance:15316.96%
No Insurance:262.88%
Total:902100%
Has Health Insurance:87697.12%
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 Poverty-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%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:877100.00%
Total:877100%
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 98416 is assigned to a single organization or institution. Detailed business demographics are not published for unique ZIP Codes. USPS data shows 0 residential mailboxes and 1 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:0Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$0Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$0Source: CBP
# of Employees:0Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 98416 is located in Pierce County, Washington, within the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 42660) and Washington's 6th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 4,021,467 people, about 0.04% of whom live in ZIP Code 98416, and is subdivided into the Tacoma-Lakewood, WA division. It covers 0.088 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 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:4,021,467Source: Census
MSA:Seattle-Tacoma-Bremerton, WA CMSASource: Census
Land Area:0.088 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:06Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:6902.73 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Tacoma, WA PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:5370000Source: Census
Place Name:Tacoma city; WashingtonSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


98417 | | 98415

Schools in ZIP Code 98416


We could not locate which school district 98416 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Grant Elementary School 1018 N Prospect St
Tacoma, WA 98406
District: Tacoma Public SchoolsNearby
Washington Elementary School 6501 S 10th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
District: Tacoma Public SchoolsNearby
Hoyt Early Learning Center 2708 N Union Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98407
District: Tacoma Public SchoolsNearby
Lowell Elementary School 810 Mr. Dahl Dr
Tacoma, WA 98403
District: Tacoma Public SchoolsNearby
Mason Middle School 3901 N 28th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
District: Tacoma Public SchoolsNearby
St Patrick School 1112 N G St
Tacoma, WA 98403
District: Private SchoolNearby
Annie Wright Schools 827 N Tacoma Ave
Tacoma, WA 98403
District: Private SchoolNearby
Life Christian Academy 1717 S Union Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 98416


University Of Puget Sound 1500 N. Warner Street
Tacoma, WA 98416
Type: Post Secondary
Bates Technical College 1101 S Yakima Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405
Type: Post Secondary
Northwest College Of Art & Design 1126 Pacific Avenue, Suite 101
Tacoma, WA 98402
Type: Post Secondary
Faith International University 3504 N Pearl St
Tacoma, WA 98407-0186
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Washington-Tacoma Campus 1900 Commerce St
Tacoma, WA 98402-3100
Type: Post Secondary
Tacoma Community College 6501 S 19th St
Tacoma, WA 98466-6100
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 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]
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  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
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