98402 ZIP Code
Tacoma, Washington
December 30, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 98402 |
| City/Town: | Tacoma |
| County: | Pierce |
| State: | Washington |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 7,088 |
| Median Household Income: | $57,486 |
| Per Capita Income: | $41,420 |
| Total Housing Units: | 4,511 |
| Median Home Value: | $534,500 |
| Land Area: | 1.2 sq miles
3.1 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.2 sq miles
0.5 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 47.2538, -122.4443 |
Population Information (98402 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 7,088 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 3,538 | 49.9% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 3,550 | 50.1% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 35.9 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 171 | 2.4% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 73 | 1.0% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 49 | 0.7% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 169 | 2.4% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 720 | 10.2% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 2,177 | 30.7% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 1,020 | 14.4% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 838 | 11.8% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 382 | 5.4% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 388 | 5.5% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 531 | 7.5% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 514 | 7.3% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 56 | 0.8% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (98402 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $534,500 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 2.7 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,385 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 4,511 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 4,079 | 90.4% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 432 | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 904 | 22.2% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 3,175 | 77.8% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (98402 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 5,906 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 132 | 2.2% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 360 | 6.1% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 1,316 | 22.3% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,037 | 17.6% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 407 | 6.9% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,400 | 23.7% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,254 | 21.2% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 91.7% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 44.9% | 34.3% |
Income Information (98402 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $57,486 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $79,043 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $95,417 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $41,420 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (98402 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 3,989 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 3,356 | 90.3% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 362 | 9.7% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 2,798 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 2,330 | 69.4% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 856 | 25.5% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 165 | 4.9% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 5 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (98402 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 4,703 | 66.4% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 687 | 9.7% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 209 | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 516 | 7.3% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 57 | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 161 | 2.3% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 755 | 10.7% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 379 | 5.3% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 699 | 9.9% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 375 | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 131 | 1.8% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 4 | 0.1% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 189 | 2.7% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (98402 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 486 | 11.9% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 378 | 9.3% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 289 | 7.1% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 249 | 6.1% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 432 | 10.6% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 676 | 16.6% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 425 | 10.4% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 468 | 11.5% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 442 | 10.8% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 234 | 5.7% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (98402 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 2,022 | 60.3% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 132 | 3.9% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 360 | 10.7% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 257 | 7.7% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 102 | 3.0% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 680 | 20.3% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 27.4 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (98402 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 216 | 6.4% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 235 | 7.0% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 126 | 3.8% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 282 | 8.4% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 173 | 5.2% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 90 | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 117 | 3.5% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 556 | 16.6% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 966 | 28.8% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 374 | 11.1% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 43 | 1.3% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 178 | 5.3% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (98402 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 23.6% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (98402 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 5,899 | 83.2% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 3,978 | 56.1% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 2,729 | 38.5% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 364 | 5.1% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (98402 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 2,946 | 72.2% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 763 | 18.7% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 727 | 17.8% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 307 | 7.5% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 232 | 5.7% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 886 | 21.7% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (98402 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 214 | 4.7% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 48 | 1.1% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 2 | 0.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 55 | 1.2% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 172 | 3.8% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 228 | 5.1% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 3,792 | 84.1% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (98402 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 31 | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 664 | 14.7% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,106 | 24.5% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 214 | 4.7% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 221 | 4.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 458 | 10.2% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 341 | 7.6% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 110 | 2.4% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 107 | 2.4% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 1,259 | 27.9% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (98402 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 1,220 | 27.0% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,838 | 40.7% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,236 | 27.4% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 129 | 2.9% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 16 | 0.4% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 72 | 1.6% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (98402 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 528 | 12.9% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 48 | 1.2% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 3,258 | 79.9% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 18 | 0.4% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 18 | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 50 | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 159 | 3.9% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (98402 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 970 | 23.8% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,282 | 55.9% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 747 | 18.3% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 80 | 2.0% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (98402 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 9 | 1.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 0 | 0.0% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 0 | 0.0% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 134 | 14.8% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 270 | 29.9% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 491 | 54.3% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (98402 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,500 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $1,275 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,385 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 1.75 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.38 | 2.38 |
Households (98402 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 4,079 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 786 | 19.3% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 68 | 1.7% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,563 | 38.3% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,337 | 32.8% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 155 | 3.8% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 809 | 19.8% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 1.47 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.28 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (98402 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 3,369 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,029 | 60.2% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 806 | 23.9% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 58 | 1.7% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 452 | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 1,463 | 43.4% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (98402 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 1,043 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 76 | 7.3% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 9 | 0.9% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 84 | 8.1% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 44 | 4.2% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 830 | 79.6% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (98402 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 6,512 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 717 | 11.0% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 6,263 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,529 | 24.4% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 11 | 0.7% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,144 | 74.8% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 374 | 24.5% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (98402 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 4,039 | 57.0% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 3,004 | 42.4% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,254 | 41.7% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,657 | 55.2% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 745 | 24.8% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 93 | 3.1% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (98402 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 6,426 | 90.7% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 240 | 3.4% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 662 | 275.8% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 662 | 275.8% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 662 | 275.8% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 82 | 34.2% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 25 | 10.4% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 77 | 32.1% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 88 | 36.7% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 5 | 2.1% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (98402 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 6,917 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 6,015 | 87.0% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 902 | 13.0% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 228 | 3.3% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 103 | 1.5% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 496 | 7.2% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 75 | 1.1% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (98402 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 4,079 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 3,726 | 91.3% | 89.4% |
Tacoma, WA98402