98926 ZIP Code
Ellensburg, Washington
December 30, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 98926 |
| City/Town: | Ellensburg |
| County: | Kittitas |
| State: | Washington |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 32,327 |
| Median Household Income: | $65,551 |
| Per Capita Income: | $35,072 |
| Total Housing Units: | 14,680 |
| Median Home Value: | $396,700 |
| Land Area: | 938.1 sq miles
2429.7 sq km |
| Water Area: | 6.4 sq miles
16.5 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 46.9885, -120.3549 |
Population Information (98926 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 32,327 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 15,987 | 49.5% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 16,340 | 50.5% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 30.5 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,454 | 4.5% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,760 | 5.4% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,825 | 5.6% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 3,726 | 11.5% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 4,879 | 15.1% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 4,321 | 13.4% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,596 | 11.1% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 2,694 | 8.3% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,555 | 4.8% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,842 | 5.7% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,920 | 9.0% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,401 | 4.3% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 354 | 1.1% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (98926 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $396,700 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.4 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,148 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 14,680 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 13,579 | 92.5% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,101 | 7.5% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 7,399 | 54.5% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 6,180 | 45.5% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (98926 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 18,683 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 311 | 1.7% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 695 | 3.7% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 4,390 | 23.5% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 4,370 | 23.4% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,445 | 7.7% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 4,441 | 23.8% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 3,031 | 16.2% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 94.6% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 40.0% | 34.3% |
Income Information (98926 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $65,551 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $85,638 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $94,897 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $35,072 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (98926 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 17,539 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 16,387 | 93.5% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 1,137 | 6.5% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 9,486 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 10,835 | 66.1% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 4,460 | 27.2% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,092 | 6.7% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (98926 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 26,975 | 83.4% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 338 | 1.0% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 153 | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 500 | 1.5% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 148 | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 1,586 | 4.9% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 2,627 | 8.1% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 2,692 | 8.3% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 3,117 | 9.6% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 2,346 | 7.3% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 76 | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 44 | 0.1% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 651 | 2.0% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (98926 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 805 | 5.9% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 808 | 6.0% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 1,018 | 7.5% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,064 | 7.8% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,749 | 12.9% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 2,076 | 15.3% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,586 | 11.7% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 2,400 | 17.7% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,165 | 8.6% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 908 | 6.7% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (98926 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 11,942 | 72.9% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 984 | 6.0% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 143 | 0.9% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 1,135 | 6.9% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 296 | 1.8% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,487 | 9.1% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 19.6 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (98926 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 885 | 5.4% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 933 | 5.7% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 578 | 3.5% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 474 | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,728 | 10.5% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 769 | 4.7% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 264 | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 536 | 3.3% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 1,247 | 7.6% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 4,864 | 29.7% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 2,652 | 16.2% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 512 | 3.1% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 945 | 5.8% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (98926 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 16.3% | 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 (98926 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 30,720 | 95.0% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 24,373 | 75.4% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 10,718 | 33.2% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,399 | 4.3% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (98926 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 11,170 | 82.3% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 3,516 | 25.9% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 2,470 | 18.2% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 965 | 7.1% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 322 | 2.4% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 1,594 | 11.7% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (98926 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 9,301 | 63.4% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 279 | 1.9% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 579 | 3.9% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 829 | 5.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 498 | 3.4% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 720 | 4.9% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 1,443 | 9.8% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 955 | 6.5% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 76 | 0.5% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (98926 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 54 | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 1,903 | 13.0% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 2,608 | 17.8% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 2,758 | 18.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,079 | 7.4% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,996 | 13.6% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,369 | 9.3% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 736 | 5.0% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 520 | 3.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 1,657 | 11.3% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (98926 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 447 | 3.0% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,371 | 9.3% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 4,040 | 27.5% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 5,848 | 39.8% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 2,294 | 15.6% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 680 | 4.6% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (98926 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 3,418 | 25.2% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 928 | 6.8% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 7,909 | 58.2% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 83 | 0.6% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 889 | 6.5% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 144 | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 151 | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 57 | 0.4% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (98926 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 522 | 3.8% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 3,823 | 28.2% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 4,929 | 36.3% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 4,305 | 31.7% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (98926 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 296 | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 47 | 0.6% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 110 | 1.5% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 333 | 4.5% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,197 | 16.2% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 3,238 | 43.8% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 1,960 | 26.5% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 218 | 2.9% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (98926 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,036 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $600 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,148 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.40 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.03 | 2.38 |
Households (98926 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 13,579 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 5,847 | 43.1% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 2,335 | 17.2% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,671 | 19.7% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 3,827 | 28.2% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 3,546 | 26.1% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 3,398 | 25.0% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.23 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.76 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (98926 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 13,434 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 5,730 | 42.7% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 6,361 | 47.4% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 317 | 2.4% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 933 | 6.9% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 5,633 | 41.9% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (98926 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 11,534 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 285 | 2.5% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 378 | 3.3% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 2,807 | 24.3% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,172 | 10.2% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 6,892 | 59.8% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (98926 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 26,470 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,945 | 7.3% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 32,119 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 3,647 | 11.4% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 121 | 3.3% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,160 | 59.2% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,366 | 37.5% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (98926 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 24,031 | 74.3% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 7,922 | 24.5% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 3,163 | 39.9% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 4,626 | 58.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 834 | 10.5% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 133 | 1.7% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (98926 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 31,138 | 96.3% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 312 | 1.0% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 1,189 | 381.1% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 1,189 | 381.1% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 1,189 | 381.1% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 169 | 54.2% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 93 | 29.8% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 85 | 27.2% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 437 | 140.1% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 107 | 34.3% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (98926 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 30,873 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 28,523 | 92.4% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 2,350 | 7.6% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 1,582 | 5.1% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 304 | 1.0% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 377 | 1.2% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 87 | 0.3% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (98926 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 13,579 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 13,131 | 96.7% | 89.4% |
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