98229 ZIP Code – Bellingham, Washington
ZIP Code 98229 is located in Bellingham, Washington and has a population of approximately 34,157 residents. The median household income is $87,946.
This ZIP code is part of Whatcom County. Nearby ZIP codes include 98225, 98226, 98232.
ZIP Code 98229 Data
Population
34,157
Median Household Income
$87,946
Median Home Value
$250,000+
Median Rent
$1,450
Median Age
38.2
Unemployment Rate
4.9%
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
50.8%
County
Whatcom County
State
Washington
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ZIP 98229 vs. Washington vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 98229 | WA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 34k | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $87k | $83k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $505k | $428k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,450 | $1,322 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 38.2 | 43.0 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% | 11.6% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 50.8% | 31.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 98225 – Bellingham
- 98226 – Bellingham
- 98232 – Bow
- 98220 – Acme
- 98262 – Lummi Island
- 98233 – Burlington
- 98247 – Everson
- 98248 – Ferndale
- 98276 – Nooksack
- 98284 – Sedro Woolley
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98225 | BELLINGHAM | 49,667 | $61,679 |
| 98226 | BELLINGHAM | 45,703 | $71,943 |
| 98232 | BOW | 3,939 | $102,841 |
| 98220 | ACME | 577 | $138,452 |
| 98262 | LUMMI ISLAND | 965 | $82,500 |