ZIP Code 99224 in Spokane, WA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Spokane, Washington
County:Spokane County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:10:04:24 PM
Population:24,085 [See All]
Area Code:509
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:47.6398, -117.5508
Land Area:118.814 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 99224 has 24,085 residents and 9,776 households (average 2.44 persons per household). The median age is 39.0 years, about the same as the state (38.1) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.7% male and 50.3% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (82.2%, much higher than the state average of 66.6% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (6.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 6.4%, 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 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:24,085Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:23,599Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:27,689Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:202.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$76,785Source: Census ACS
Households:9,776Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$439,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.44Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.85Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--18,17919,48520,50020,53121,37921,04820,56721,24121,69522,17223,70524,45523,599
Decennial Census18,289------------------24,085------
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: 39

Male Median Age: 38.5

Female Median Age: 39.7

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male671773811668761883852815689699699749810741604397194155
Female724741701638804806834863682653718843881853603387210173
Total1,3951,5141,5121,3061,5651,6891,6861,6781,3711,3521,4171,5921,6911,5941,207784404328
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:19,79084.15%
Black:4852.06%
Hispanic:*1,5426.56%
Asian:6802.89%
American Indian:3591.53%
Hawaiian:1130.48%
Other:5482.33%
Total:23,517100%
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:11,97149.70%38.5 years
Females:12,11450.30%39.7 years
Total:24,085100%39.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:21,46490.95%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:5712.42%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1,0024.25%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:5626.63%
Total Population:23,599100%
Total Native Population:22,03593.37%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,5646.63%
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 $76,785, which is well under the state median ($94,952), is up $18,325 (31.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $12,330. Family households earn a median of $107,270 versus $47,314 for nonfamily households (a difference of $59,956). By gender, male median income is $72,386 and female is $63,210, which is considerably higher than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $9,176 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 64.0%, which is roughly equal to the state rate (64.7%). The unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is a bit less than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (46.7%).

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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$58,460$58,198$56,172$57,706$58,789$58,898$60,825$64,966$64,455$66,936$67,076$73,250$76,785
Median Family Income$76,008$77,151$73,399$75,664$75,128$75,042$76,384$84,771$84,906$91,484$93,479$102,634$107,270
Median NonFamily Income$35,171$32,378$32,026$30,172$29,939$29,962$30,346$32,956$35,853$37,452$39,156$45,374$47,314
Median Male Income$49,206$49,481$47,417$51,325$52,158$52,087$50,207$53,367$53,815$60,649$64,186$71,944$72,386
Median Female Income$39,923$39,361$41,261$41,495$40,256$39,851$44,296$48,750$48,438$54,623$55,950$58,655$63,210
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:11,11759.29%
Unemployed:5332.84%
Not In Labor Force:7,09937.86%
Total:18,749100%
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:5,18946.68%
Service:1,73515.61%
Sales and Office:2,13719.22%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:8757.87%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,18110.62%
Total Civilian Employed Population:11,117100%
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 $439,700, which is much higher than the national median ($303,400), is up $210,800 (92.09%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $171,300. The median gross rent is $1,290, which is much lower than the state median ($1,682), is up $498 (62.88%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $321. Of occupied housing, owners make up 62.43% (60.14% with a mortgage, 39.86% free-and-clear) and renters 37.57% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 4.85%, which is far lower than the national rate (10.43%).

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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$228,900$230,600$226,600$224,700$236,900$235,700$246,500$258,900$268,400$280,300$313,600$386,900$439,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:310.82%
$500 to $999:86222.83%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,72745.75%
$1,500 to $1,999:78720.85%
$2,000 to $2,499:1945.14%
$2,500 to $2,999:431.14%
$3,000 or more:591.56%
No Rent:721.91%
Total:3,775100%
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$792$847$855$861$867$898$890$908$969$1,023$1,095$1,188$1,290
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):3,77237.54%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,50024.88%
Renter Occupied:3,77537.57%
Total Occupied Housing Units:10,047100%

Occupied Housing Units:10,04795.15%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):5124.85%
Total Housing Units:10,559100%
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:6,34560.09%
Multi-Family Units:2,72025.76%
Other Units:1,49414.15%
Total Housing Units:10,559100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 41.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 95.80%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 5.10%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 5.80%, which is falls below the national rate (8.70%), up 0.80 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.20 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 (39.25%). College enrollment is 28.06%, which is on par with the state rate (25.00%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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:2591.55%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:4422.65%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3,07918.47%
Some college, no degree:4,06724.39%
Associate's degree:1,94311.65%
Bachelor's degree:4,30325.81%
Graduate or professional degree:2,57915.47%
Total:16,672100%
High school or higher:15,97195.80%
Bachelor's degree or higher:6,88241.28%
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:15,88259.26%
Public Insurance:9,74336.36%
No Insurance:1,1744.38%
Total:26,799100%
Has Health Insurance:25,62595.62%
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 Poverty5.0%6.0%6.8%8.2%6.4%6.1%5.6%4.8%5.6%5.5%5.3%5.3%5.8%
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:4899.31%
Kindergarten:2645.03%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,06239.25%
High school (grades 9-12):96418.35%
College or graduate school:1,47428.06%
Total:5,253100%
Early Childhood:75314.33%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):3,29062.63%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 99224 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 505 business establishments, employing about 13,882 people with an annual payroll of $782,261,000. USPS data shows 11,348 residential mailboxes and 438 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:11,348Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:438Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:16,087Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:3,848Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:1,479Source: USPS
# of Businesses:505Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$194,576,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$782,261,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:13,882Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 99224 is located in Spokane County, Washington, within the Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 44060) and Washington's 5th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 591,793 people, about 4.07% of whom live in ZIP Code 99224. It covers 118.814 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.382 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Spokane-Spokane Valley, WASource: Census
CBSA Number:44060Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:591,793Source: Census
MSA:Spokane, WA MSASource: Census
Land Area:118.814 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.382 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:05Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:15473.13 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:5367000Source: Census
Place Name:Spokane city; WashingtonSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


99228 | | 99223

Schools in ZIP Code 99224


ZIP Code 99224 is part of 3 school districts, including: Great Northern School District (Grades KG thru 12), Spokane Public Schools (Grades PK thru 12) and Cheney School District (Grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th). There are 4 public schools and 2 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Great Northern Elementary 3115 N Spotted Rd
Spokane, WA 99224
District: Great Northern School District
Alternative Tamarack School W 2901 Ft George Wright
Spokane, WA 99224
District: Spokane Public Schools
Windsor Elementary 5504 W Hallett Rd
Spokane, WA 99224
District: Cheney School District
Westwood Middle School 6120 South Abbott Road
Spokane, WA 99224
District: Cheney School District
Palisades Christian Academy 1115 N Government Way
Spokane, WA 99224
District: Private School
Spokane Falls Montessori School 1909 N Wright Dr
Spokane, WA 99224
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 99224


International Beauty Education Center 12832 West Sunset Highway
Airway Heights, WA 99001-0000
Type: Post Secondary
Spokane Falls Community College 3410 W Whistalks Way
Spokane, WA 99224-5288
Type: Post Secondary
Glen Dow Academy Of Hair Design W 309 Riverside Ave
Spokane, WA 99201
Type: Post Secondary
Washington State University-Spokane 412 East Spokane Falls Blvd
Spokane, WA 99202-9600
Type: Post Secondary
Northwest Hvac/R Training Center 204 E. Nora Ave
Spokane, WA 99207
Type: Post Secondary
Gonzaga University E 502 Boone Ave
Spokane, WA 99258-0001
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 Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
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