98603 ZIP Code – Ariel, Washington
98603 is a ZIP code serving Ariel, Washington in Cowlitz County with a population of approximately 1,192 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $76,481, which is near the Washington average and near the national figure. At $338,000, median home values run above the national average, with 72.9% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). . Median rent is $726, which is below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 88% single-family (increasing).
About 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line, above the national rate. An estimated 14.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the national average. Residents have a median age of 41.5, near the U.S. median. Nearby ZIP codes include 98601, 98625, 98675.
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ZIP 98603 vs. Washington vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 98603 | WA Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,192 | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $76k | $83k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $338k | $428k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $726 | $1,322 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 41.5 | 43.0 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.0% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 17.9% | 11.6% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 14.6% | 31.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 98601 – Amboy
- 98625 – Kalama
- 98675 – Yacolt
- 98674 – Woodland
- 98616 – Cougar
- 98629 – La Center
- 98604 – Battle Ground
- 98626 – Kelso
- 98649 – Toutle
- 97018 – Columbia City
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98601 | AMBOY | 2,952 | $105,484 |
| 98625 | KALAMA | 6,827 | $105,873 |
| 98675 | YACOLT | 7,198 | $95,217 |
| 98674 | WOODLAND | 15,679 | $86,937 |
| 98616 | COUGAR | 79 | Not provided |