ZIP Code 98950 in Vantage, WA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Vantage, Washington
City Alias:Ellensburg
Names to Avoid:
Doris
County:Kittitas County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:10:00:41 PM
Population:209 [See All]
Area Code:509
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:46.8685, -119.9921
Land Area:39.902 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 98950 has 209 residents and 56 households (average 2.57 persons per household). The median age is 35.4 years, slightly younger than the state (38.1) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 55.5% male and 44.5% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (68.9%) and Other / Two or More Races (34.9%, much higher than the state average of 6.7% and well above the national average of 8.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 68.9%, 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

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:209Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:58Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:5.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$0Source: Census ACS
Households:56Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$0Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.57Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.48Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1022635835635554753021395733295458
Decennial Census177------------------209------
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: 35.4

Male Median Age: 32.8

Female Median Age: 42.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male050713241210105717330000
Female68618645111672453001
Total613682130161521211419783001
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:5018.32%
Black:41.47%
Hispanic:*14452.75%
Asian:10.37%
American Indian:10.37%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:7326.74%
Total:273100%
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:11655.50%32.8 years
Females:9344.50%42.1 years
Total:209100%35.4 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:2237.93%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:3662.07%
Total Population:58100%
Total Native Population:2237.93%
Total Foreign-born Population:3662.07%
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), is down $54,917 (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 $0 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($63,283), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 96.6%, which is markedly above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Natural resources (66.7%).

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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$54,917$59,356$80,000$69,886$68,625$69,625$88,036$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Family Income$60,263$59,053$66,797$69,886$0$0$130,242$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$11,979$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$36,750$36,480$37,273$37,407$0$0$95,096$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Female Income$0$23,068$0$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:5493.10%
Unemployed:23.45%
Not In Labor Force:23.45%
Total:58100%
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:1833.33%
Service:00.00%
Sales and Office:00.00%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:3666.67%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:54100%
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.

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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$0$0$0$0$450,000$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:00.00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):34100.00%
Total Housing Units:34100%
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:00.00%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:340%
Total Housing Units:34100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 31.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is on par with the state rate (38.80%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 62.10%, which is on par with the state rate (6.40%). Public coverage is 6.90%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.30%). Insufficient data for poverty. Insufficient data for school enrollment.

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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):3865.52%
Some college, no degree:23.45%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:00.00%
Graduate or professional degree:1831.03%
Total:58100%
High school or higher:58100.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1831.03%
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:1831.03%
Public Insurance:46.90%
No Insurance:3662.07%
Total:58100%
Has Health Insurance:2237.93%
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 Poverty0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
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%
Kindergarten:00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00%
High school (grades 9-12):00%
College or graduate school:00%
Total:0100%
Early Childhood:00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 98950 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 8 business establishments, employing about 24 people with an annual payroll of $595,000.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:476Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:8Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$134,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$595,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:24Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 98950 is located in Kittitas County, Washington, within the Ellensburg, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 21260) and Washington's 8th Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 44,736 people, about 0.47% of whom live in ZIP Code 98950. It covers 39.902 sq mi of land and a water area of 8.218 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Ellensburg, WASource: Census
CBSA Number:21260Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:44,736Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:39.902 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:8.218 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:5374200Source: Census
Place Name:Vantage CDP; WashingtonSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


98951 | | 98948

Schools in ZIP Code 98950


We could not locate which school district 98950 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.

Parke Creek Treatment Ctr 11042 Parke Creek Road
Ellensburg, WA 98926
District: Kittitas School DistrictNearby
Kittitas B-5 Special Ed Program 501 N Pierce Avenue
Kittitas, WA 98934
District: Kittitas School DistrictNearby
Kittitas Elementary School 501 N. Pierce Avenue
Kittitas, WA 98934
District: Kittitas School DistrictNearby
Kittitas High School 7571 Kittitas Highway
Kittitas, WA 98934
District: Kittitas School DistrictNearby
Valley View Elementary School 1508 E 3rd
Ellensburg, WA 98936
District: Ellensburg School DistrictNearby
Quincy Valley School 1804 13th Ave Sw
Quincy, WA 98848
District: Private SchoolNearby
Ellensburg Christian School 407 S Anderson St
Ellensburg, WA 98926
District: Private SchoolNearby
Riverside Christian 721 Keys Rd
Yakima, WA 98901
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 98950


Central Washington University 400 East University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926
Type: Post Secondary
Pacific Northwest University Of Health Sciences 200 University Parkway
Yakima, WA 98901
Type: Post Secondary
Yakima Valley College South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd.
Yakima, WA 98907-2520
Type: Post Secondary
Elite Cosmetology, Barber & Spa Academy 2606 West Nob Hill Boulevard
Yakima, WA 98902-5105
Type: Post Secondary
Perry Technical Institute 2011 W Washington Ave.
Yakima, WA 98903-1296
Type: Post Secondary
Big Bend Community College 7662 Chanute St Ne
Moses Lake, WA 98837-3299
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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