98639 - North Bonneville, WA

ZIP Code 98639, North Bonneville

Small Town

LocationSkamania County, WA

Area12.2 sq mi

Population1,397

Households426

PO Boxes493 (116% adoption)

Median Age44.0 years

ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004

Key Facts

This ZIP was classified as PO Box only, but rural carrier delivery now operates alongside the 493 PO Boxes maintained at the post office
An extraordinary 446 residents work in transportation, warehousing, and utilities - an unusually high concentration suggesting employment at Bonneville Dam and related facilities
Group quarters house 408 people (29% of the population), all classified as noninstitutionalized, likely worker dormitories for dam operations or construction
Street names preserve Chinook Jargon, the historic trade language of the Pacific Northwest, with names like Shahala, Celilo, Chenowuth, and Tyee
The post office serves 493 PO Boxes for 426 households, a 1.16 adoption rate indicating service extends slightly beyond the immediate residential population
With 27.2% of workers working from home, North Bonneville has a higher remote work rate than typical for small towns

Community Overview

North Bonneville sits on the north bank of the Columbia River in Skamania County, Washington. With 1,397 residents in a 12.2 square mile area, this small town serves as a residential community for workers employed across the Columbia River Gorge. The town's PO Box-only classification doesn't reflect current reality. While the post office maintains 493 PO Boxes for 426 households (a 1.16 adoption rate), rural carrier delivery does operate here.

An Unusual Employment Pattern

The employment pattern is unusual. Of the town's workforce, 446 people work in transportation, warehousing, and utilities. That's an extraordinary concentration for a town this size. Another 157 residents work in public administration. These numbers suggest North Bonneville serves as a bedroom community for Bonneville Dam operations and related facilities along the river corridor.

Group quarters house 408 people, about 29% of the population. All are classified as noninstitutionalized, which typically means worker dormitories rather than college dorms. Combined with the transportation employment concentration, this points to temporary or seasonal worker housing related to dam operations or construction projects.

Street Names Preserve Chinook Jargon

Street names preserve Chinook Jargon, the historic trade language of the Pacific Northwest. Shahala, Celilo, Chenowuth, Wana Kawok, Sun Tillikum, Pahatu, and Tyee all derive from this pidgin language used between Native Americans and settlers. Other names like Beacon Rock Lane reference nearby Columbia Gorge landmarks. The mix of nature names (Evergreen Dr, Shady Oak Ln, Lakeside Way) and historic references (Fort Rains St, Hamilton Creek Rd) suggests a community that values its setting and history.

Demographics and Economics

With a median household income of $81,809 and median home values of $378,900, North Bonneville is a solidly middle-class community. About 27% of workers work from home, higher than many small towns. The median age of 44.0 years indicates a mix of working-age adults and some retirees, though this isn't primarily a retirement community.

Postal Services

Mail service combines PO Boxes and rural carrier delivery. The post office maintains 493 boxes serving both local residents and workers in temporary housing. Addresses can use either PO Box format or street addresses for rural delivery. The alias "N Bonneville" is also accepted for mailing.

Street Name Patterns

Chinook Jargon Gorge Landmarks Nature Names

Street names preserve Chinook Jargon (Shahala, Celilo, Chenowuth, Wana Kawok, Sun Tillikum, Pahatu, Tyee) and reference Columbia Gorge landmarks (Beacon Rock, Hamilton Creek).

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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 98639 has 1,397 residents and 426 households (average 2.32 persons per household). The median age is 44.0 years, older than the state (38.1) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 53.0% male and 47.0% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (78.5%, much higher than the state average of 66.6% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (8.2%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 8.2%, 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:	1,397Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:	1,151Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:	0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	493.8 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$81,809Source: Census ACS

Households:	426Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$378,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.32Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	2.81Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	647	810	848	964	1,127	1,033	1,021	1,055	977	855	1,177	1,146	1,151
Decennial Census	847	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	1,397	--	--	--

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: 44

Male Median Age: 46.9

Female Median Age: 41

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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	17	39	40	44	38	24	59	39	45	52	60	94	69	40	30	28	14	8
Female	27	38	45	21	16	32	74	61	54	33	47	45	65	32	30	22	12	3
Total	44	77	85	65	54	56	133	100	99	85	107	139	134	72	60	50	26	11

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	1,096	79.08%
Black:	46	3.32%
Hispanic:*	115	8.30%
Asian:	12	0.87%
American Indian:	56	4.04%
Hawaiian:	13	0.94%
Other:	48	3.46%
Total:	1,386	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	740	52.97%	46.9 years
Females:	657	47.03%	41.0 years
Total:	1,397	100%	44.0 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	1,099	95.48%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	0	0.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	31	2.69%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	21	4.52%
Total Population:	1,151	100%
Total Native Population:	1,099	95.48%
Total Foreign-born Population:	52	4.52%

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 $81,809, which is far less than the state median ($94,952), is up $36,434 (80.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $17,963. Family households earn a median of $105,500 versus $70,795 for nonfamily households (a difference of $34,705). By gender, male median income is $61,161 and female is $50,769, which is considerably lower than the state female median ($63,283), with a current gap of $10,392 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 72.1%, which is much higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 8.7%, which is much higher than the state rate (4.9%). The largest occupation group is Management (33.8%).

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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)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$45,375	$39,531	$45,893	$48,036	$51,094	$51,964	$56,875	$64,013	$63,846	$73,145	$76,250	$79,375	$81,809
Median Family Income	$60,278	$52,500	$64,583	$71,250	$77,768	$66,705	$80,208	$82,763	$69,028	$87,727	$93,438	$100,000	$105,500
Median NonFamily Income	$14,306	$11,339	$12,159	$20,069	$19,821	$20,583	$33,750	$31,250	$35,880	$72,661	$59,500	$63,250	$70,795
Median Male Income	$42,031	$48,125	$48,646	$49,643	$0	$44,219	$36,417	$38,571	$38,500	$41,382	$42,308	$56,250	$61,161
Median Female Income	$32,000	$37,188	$43,750	$46,761	$0	$46,953	$45,789	$43,636	$39,688	$42,500	$44,667	$47,411	$50,769

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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

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Employment Status

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Employed:	627	65.79%
Unemployed:	60	6.30%
Not In Labor Force:	266	27.91%
Total:	953	100%

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)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	212	33.81%
Service:	139	22.17%
Sales and Office:	78	12.44%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	103	16.43%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	95	15.15%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	627	100%

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 $378,900, which is well under the state median ($519,800), is up $126,100 (49.88%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $122,400. The median gross rent is $1,021, which is considerably lower than the state median ($1,682), is up $276 (37.05%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $201. Of occupied housing, owners make up 66.73% (72.34% with a mortgage, 27.66% free-and-clear) and renters 33.27% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 9.71%, which is considerably higher than the state rate (7.42%).

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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)

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$252,800	$248,600	$229,900	$223,500	$221,200	$228,300	$230,700	$243,400	$256,500	$303,500	$296,400	$362,000	$378,900

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	4	2.44%
$500 to $999:	72	43.90%
$1,000 to $1,499:	59	35.98%
$1,500 to $1,999:	8	4.88%
$2,000 to $2,499:	10	6.10%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	4	2.44%
No Rent:	7	4.27%
Total:	164	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$745	$703	$747	$750	$733	$696	$757	$767	$820	$870	$877	$1,038	$1,021

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	238	48.28%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	91	18.46%
Renter Occupied:	164	33.27%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	493	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	493	90.29%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	53	9.71%
Total Housing Units:	546	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Single-Family Units:	377	69.05%
Multi-Family Units:	111	20.33%
Other Units:	58	10.62%
Total Housing Units:	546	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 21.20% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (38.80%). High school or higher is 94.10%, which is well above the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 5.00%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 5.10 percentage points since 2011. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (54.82%). College enrollment is 19.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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)

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Less than 9th grade:	15	1.81%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	34	4.11%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	237	28.66%
Some college, no degree:	246	29.75%
Associate's degree:	120	14.51%
Bachelor's degree:	120	14.51%
Graduate or professional degree:	55	6.65%
Total:	827	100%
High school or higher:	778	94.07%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	175	21.16%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	832	65.10%
Public Insurance:	389	30.44%
No Insurance:	57	4.46%
Total:	1,278	100%
Has Health Insurance:	1,221	95.54%

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

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

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	5.1%	7.7%	6.8%	6.7%	5.9%	3.2%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%

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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	5	2.19%
Kindergarten:	10	4.39%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	125	54.82%
High school (grades 9-12):	44	19.30%
College or graduate school:	44	19.30%
Total:	228	100%
Early Childhood:	15	6.58%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	179	78.51%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	North Bonneville, Washington
City Alias:	N Bonneville
County:	Skamania County
Timezone:	Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:	12:11:57 AM
Population:	1,397 [See All]
Area Code:	509
Classification:	PO Box
Coordinates:	45.6787, -121.9674
Land Area:	2.829 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/98639/zip-code-98639.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	507Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	13Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$1,743,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$8,329,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	161Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WASource: Census
CBSA Number:	38900Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	2,510,529Source: Census
MSA:	Source: Census
Land Area:	2.829 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.475 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	03Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	9114.01 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	5349555Source: Census
Place Name:	North Bonneville city; WashingtonSource: Census

ZIP Code 98639 in North Bonneville, WA

98639 - North Bonneville, WA

ZIP Code 98639, North Bonneville

Key Facts

Community Overview

An Unusual Employment Pattern

Street Names Preserve Chinook Jargon

Demographics and Economics

Postal Services

Street Name Patterns

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

Average Household Income

Employment Status

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

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

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 98639

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 98639

Sources & References