98589 ZIP Code
Tenino, Washington
December 30, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 98589 |
| City/Town: | Tenino |
| County: | Thurston |
| State: | Washington |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 7,448 |
| Median Household Income: | $87,198 |
| Per Capita Income: | $47,951 |
| Total Housing Units: | 3,083 |
| Median Home Value: | $375,900 |
| Land Area: | 92.6 sq miles
239.9 sq km |
| Water Area: | 1.6 sq miles
4.0 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 46.8334, -122.7953 |
Population Information (98589 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 7,448 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 3,529 | 47.4% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 3,919 | 52.6% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 43.6 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 372 | 5.0% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 353 | 4.7% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 361 | 4.8% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 462 | 6.2% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 410 | 5.5% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 705 | 9.5% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 1,191 | 16.0% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,016 | 13.6% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 627 | 8.4% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 464 | 6.2% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,121 | 15.1% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 266 | 3.6% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 100 | 1.3% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (98589 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $375,900 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.0 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,083 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 3,083 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 2,877 | 93.3% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 206 | 6.7% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 2,290 | 79.6% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 587 | 20.4% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (98589 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 5,490 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 151 | 2.8% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 270 | 4.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 1,465 | 26.7% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,487 | 27.1% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 647 | 11.8% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,013 | 18.5% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 457 | 8.3% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 92.3% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 26.8% | 34.3% |
Income Information (98589 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $87,198 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $102,544 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $99,863 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $47,951 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (98589 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 3,777 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 3,588 | 97.1% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 106 | 2.9% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 2,453 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 2,377 | 66.2% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 931 | 25.9% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 277 | 7.7% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 3 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (98589 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 6,471 | 86.9% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 107 | 1.4% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 59 | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 133 | 1.8% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 53 | 0.7% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 625 | 8.4% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 221 | 3.0% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 354 | 4.8% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 219 | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 28 | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 107 | 1.4% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (98589 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 124 | 4.3% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 144 | 5.0% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 247 | 8.6% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 142 | 4.9% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 182 | 6.3% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 472 | 16.4% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 409 | 14.2% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 531 | 18.5% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 291 | 10.1% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 335 | 11.6% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (98589 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 2,627 | 73.2% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 295 | 8.2% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 7 | 0.2% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 53 | 1.5% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 20 | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 534 | 14.9% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 30.2 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (98589 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 134 | 3.7% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 417 | 11.6% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 128 | 3.6% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 51 | 1.4% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 381 | 10.6% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 288 | 8.0% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 20 | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 158 | 4.4% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 450 | 12.5% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 663 | 18.5% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 187 | 5.2% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 169 | 4.7% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 542 | 15.1% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (98589 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 12.1% | 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 (98589 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 6,867 | 92.2% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 5,136 | 69.0% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 2,971 | 39.9% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 498 | 6.7% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (98589 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 2,292 | 79.7% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,163 | 40.4% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 753 | 26.2% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 173 | 6.0% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 90 | 3.1% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 376 | 13.1% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (98589 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 2,206 | 71.6% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 50 | 1.6% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 62 | 2.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 11 | 0.4% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 2 | 0.1% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 128 | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 0 | 0.0% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 621 | 20.1% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 3 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (98589 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 19 | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 224 | 7.3% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 610 | 19.8% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 882 | 28.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 342 | 11.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 580 | 18.8% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 64 | 2.1% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 80 | 2.6% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 78 | 2.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 204 | 6.6% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (98589 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 19 | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 270 | 8.8% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 422 | 13.7% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 1,748 | 56.7% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 554 | 18.0% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 70 | 2.3% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (98589 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 31 | 1.1% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 338 | 11.7% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 2,199 | 76.4% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 15 | 0.5% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 278 | 9.7% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 13 | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 3 | 0.1% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (98589 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 68 | 2.4% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 622 | 21.6% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 914 | 31.8% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,273 | 44.2% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (98589 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 73 | 3.2% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 65 | 2.8% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 54 | 2.4% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 138 | 6.0% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 488 | 21.3% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 819 | 35.8% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 523 | 22.8% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 130 | 5.7% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (98589 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,959 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $681 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,083 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.66 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.28 | 2.38 |
Households (98589 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 2,877 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 1,652 | 57.4% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 446 | 15.5% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 384 | 13.3% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 627 | 21.8% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 748 | 26.0% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,025 | 35.6% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.58 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.04 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (98589 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 3,111 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 787 | 25.3% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 1,842 | 59.2% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 133 | 4.3% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 311 | 10.0% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 769 | 24.7% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (98589 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 1,213 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 81 | 6.7% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 70 | 5.8% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 553 | 45.6% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 267 | 22.0% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 242 | 20.0% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (98589 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 6,056 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 691 | 11.4% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 7,365 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,215 | 16.5% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 28 | 2.3% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 691 | 56.9% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 496 | 40.8% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (98589 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 6,700 | 90.0% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 722 | 9.7% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 416 | 57.6% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 260 | 36.0% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 111 | 15.4% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 46 | 6.4% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (98589 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 7,028 | 94.4% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 120 | 1.6% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 420 | 350.0% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 420 | 350.0% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 420 | 350.0% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 95 | 79.2% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 92 | 76.7% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 103 | 85.8% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (98589 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 7,076 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 6,752 | 95.4% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 324 | 4.6% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 94 | 1.3% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 165 | 2.3% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 65 | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (98589 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 2,877 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 2,799 | 97.3% | 89.4% |
Tenino, WA98589