| City: | Chelan Falls, Washington |
| County: | Chelan County |
| Timezone: | Pacific (GMT -08:00) |
| Local Time: | 10:18:55 AM |
| Population: | 366 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 509 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 47.7961, -120.0008 |
| Land Area: | 0.925 sq mi |
| Quick Link: |
Chelan Falls sits at the confluence of the Chelan River and the Columbia River in north-central Washington. This small community of 366 people is a designated PO Box Only Zone. There's no alternative to PO Box delivery anywhere in the area.
The post office maintains 162 PO Boxes for 105 households. That's a 1.54x adoption rate, showing the facility serves people beyond the immediate town limits. Mail arrives through two rural carrier routes covering the surrounding orchards and scattered homes along the gorge. General Delivery is also available.
Street names tell the story of a compact river town: a numbered grid runs from 1st to 5th Street, while Chelan Avenue and Gorge Road connect to the landscape. Whitewater Lane and River Rock Lane hint at the fast-flowing river nearby.
This is a working community. Of the employed residents, a large share work in transportation and warehousing, likely connected to agricultural shipping operations in Chelan County. Another 29 workers are in agriculture, forestry, or related fields. Median household income sits at $32,143, well below the state average.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 366 |
| Median Age | 34.8 years |
| Housing Units | 137 |
| Occupied | 105 (77%) |
| Seasonal/Vacation | 28 (20%) |
| Owner-Occupied | 84 (80%) |
| Group Quarters | 37 |
With 80% of homes owner-occupied and a median age of 34.8, Chelan Falls is younger than many small Washington towns. Thirty-seven residents live in noninstitutionalized group quarters, which could indicate farmworker housing.
All mail must be addressed to a PO Box:
Name
PO Box [number]
Chelan Falls, WA 98817A compact numbered street grid (1st-5th) forms the town core, while names like Whitewater Lane, River Rock Lane, and Gorge Road reference the surrounding river landscape.
ZIP Code 98817 has 366 residents and 105 households (average 3.13 persons per household). The median age is 34.8 years, younger than the state (38.1) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 57.9% male and 42.1% female, which is much higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (61.7%) and Other / Two or More Races (48.1%, much higher than the state average of 6.7% and well above the national average of 8.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 61.7%, which is much higher than the state average (13.7%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than both the state (6.7%) and national averages (8.4%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 366Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 233Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 395.7 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 105Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 3.13Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.73Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 966 | 566 | 403 | 429 | 306 | 274 | 122 | 111 | 177 | 185 | 131 | 143 | 141 | 233 |
| Decennial Census | 366 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 366 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 34.8
Male Median Age: 29.9
Female Median Age: 41
| 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 | 11 | 21 | 11 | 15 | 27 | 22 | 17 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 8 | 15 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| Female | 14 | 11 | 3 | 14 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 9 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 14 | 7 | 10 | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Total | 25 | 32 | 14 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 21 | 23 | 18 | 13 | 22 | 22 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 5 |
| White: | 149 | 26.70% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 226 | 40.50% |
| Asian: | 6 | 1.08% |
| American Indian: | 1 | 0.18% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 176 | 31.54% |
| Total: | 558 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 212 | 57.92% | 29.9 years |
| Females: | 154 | 42.08% | 41.0 years |
| Total: | 366 | 100% | 34.8 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 181 | 77.68% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 30 | 12.88% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 22 | 22.32% |
| Total Population: | 233 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 181 | 77.68% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 52 | 22.32% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), is down $41,321 (100.0%) since 2011 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 $28,837 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $28,837 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 61.0%, which is modestly under the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Production (73.0%).
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 | $41,321 | $28,676 | $17,589 | $20,156 | $2,499 | $0 | $66,250 | $69,485 | $0 | $71,279 | $0 | $0 | $32,143 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $40,429 | $45,667 | $31,813 | $30,769 | $31,953 | $46,250 | $0 | $69,485 | $0 | $71,279 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $2,499 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $2,499 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $21,736 | $16,797 | $28,611 | $28,214 | $0 | $36,321 | $36,321 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $30,125 | $29,643 | $28,837 |
| Median Female Income | $7,188 | $7,125 | $28,269 | $27,566 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 122 | 61.00% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 78 | 39.00% |
| Total: | 200 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Service: | 11 | 9.02% |
| Sales and Office: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 22 | 18.03% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 89 | 72.95% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 122 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), is down $121,500 (100.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 38.96% (0.00% with a mortgage, 100.00% free-and-clear) and renters 61.04% - making this ZIP Code higher than 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 | $121,500 | $179,200 | $185,400 | $191,900 | $194,200 | $195,800 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 47 | 100.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $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: | 47 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 30 | 38.96% |
| Renter Occupied: | 47 | 61.04% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 77 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 77 | 100.00% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 77 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 30 | 38.96% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 47 | 61.04% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 77 | 100% |
In 2024, 10.70% 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 85.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 21.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 24.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.10%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 15.20 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 high school (37.74%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
Explore More:Educational AttainmentHealth InsurancePoverty Over TimeSchool Enrollment
| Less than 9th grade: | 6 | 5.83% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 9 | 8.74% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 30 | 29.13% |
| Some college, no degree: | 47 | 45.63% |
| Associate's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 11 | 10.68% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 103 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 88 | 85.44% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 11 | 10.68% |
| Private Insurance: | 56 | 24.03% |
| Public Insurance: | 128 | 54.94% |
| No Insurance: | 49 | 21.03% |
| Total: | 233 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 184 | 78.97% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 15.2% | 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% |
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: | 17 | 32.08% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 16 | 30.19% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 20 | 37.74% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 53 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 17 | 32.08% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 53 | 100.00% |
ZIP Code 98817 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 3 business establishments, employing about 5 people with an annual payroll of $108,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 952Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 3Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $20,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $108,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 5Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 98817 is located in Chelan County, Washington, within the Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 48300) and Washington's 8th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 110,884 people, about 0.33% of whom live in ZIP Code 98817. It covers 0.925 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.323 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WASource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 48300Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 110,884Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.925 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.323 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 08Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 7359.7 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 5311685Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Chelan Falls CDP; WashingtonSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 98817 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.
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.