Download this data | Try ZIP Code API Free | Population & Demographics ZIP Code 98116 has 27,691 residents and 13,639 households (average 2.00 persons per household). The median age is 40.5 years, slightly older than the state (38.1) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.5% male and 51.5% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.9%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White ( 78.3% , much higher than the state average of 66.6% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Asian ( 6.7% , slightly lower than the state average of 9.5%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 6.6% , which is much lower than the national average (18.7%). Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. 2020 Population: 27,691 Source: Census DHC 2024 ACS Population Estimate: 28,711 Source: Census ACS 2026 ZC Population Estimate: 30,352 Source: ZIP-Codes.com Population Density: 9,227.3 people per sq mile Average Income: $126,151 Source: Census ACS Households: 13,639 Source: Census DHC Average House Value: $973,400 Source: Census ACS Persons Per Household: 2.00 Source: Census DHC Average Family Size: 2.98 Source: Census ACS Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks) Line chart of ZIP 98116 population estimates from 2011-2024, with markers for the 2010 and 2020 Decennial Census counts to show growth or decline over time. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Group 2010 2011 2102 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Census ACS Population Estimate -- 22,255 23,056 23,671 23,780 23,968 25,234 25,694 26,448 27,338 28,705 27,190 27,871 28,091 28,711 Decennial Census 22,241 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 27,691 -- -- -- -- Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female) Median Age: 40.5 Male Median Age: 39.5 Female Median Age: 41.6 Line chart for ZIP 98116 showing total, male, and female population by age group. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Group < 5 5-9 10-14 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70-74 75-79 80-84 85+ Male 622 645 727 444 444 1,145 1,439 1,371 1,121 926 968 872 775 685 549 359 168 157 Female 620 617 584 422 458 1,223 1,530 1,322 1,131 1,037 986 902 901 786 670 452 241 392 Total 1,242 1,262 1,311 866 902 2,368 2,969 2,693 2,252 1,963 1,954 1,774 1,676 1,471 1,219 811 409 549 Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) Pie Chart & Table Comparison Chart Population by Race Pie chart of the racial and ethnic makeup of ZIP 98116. Table below includes counts and percentages. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) White: 21,693 81.27% Black: 630 2.36% Hispanic: * 1,834 6.87% Asian: 1,844 6.91% American Indian: 155 0.58% Hawaiian: 48 0.18% Other: 489 1.83% Total: 26,693 100% Comparison Bar chart comparing ZIP 98116 to Seattle, King, Washington, and the U.S. for each race/ethnicity group. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) * NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups. Pie Chart & Table Comparison Chart Gender Breakdown Simple chart showing male vs female share of the population in ZIP Code 98116. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Gender Count % Median Age Males: 13,417 48.45% 39.5 years Females: 14,274 51.55% 41.6 years Total: 27,691 100% 40.5 years Comparison Bar Chart ZIP 98116 to Seattle, King, Washington, and the U.S. for each Gender (male vs female). Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) Nativity & Citizenship Pie chart showing nativity in ZIP 98116. Categories include native residents (born in the United States, Puerto Rico, U.S. Island Areas, or abroad to American parents) and foreign-born residents. A table below lists counts and percentages. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Native, born in the United States: 24,368 84.87% Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: 568 1.98% Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: 1,735 6.04% Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: 2,040 13.15% Total Population: 28,711 100% Total Native Population: 24,936 86.85% Total Foreign-born Population: 3,775 13.15% Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census. Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks) Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female) Median Age: 40.5 Male Median Age: 39.5 Female Median Age: 41.6 Population by Race Gender Breakdown Nativity & Citizenship Income & Employment In 2024, the Median household income is $126,151 , which is much higher than the national median ($80,734), is up $50,588 ( 66.9% ) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $4,943 . Family households earn a median of $181,111 versus $92,208 for nonfamily households (a difference of $88,903 ). By gender, male median income is $123,547 and female is $91,154 , which is considerably higher than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $32,393 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 73.3% , which is much higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 3.7% , which is better than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management ( 64.1% ). Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05. Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female) Line chart showing median income in ZIP 98116 from 2011-2024 for five series: household, family, nonfamily, male, and female. The table below lists the yearly values. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Income Type 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Median Household Income $75,563 $70,542 $74,274 $73,667 $77,781 $87,305 $100,711 $107,276 $121,208 $121,967 $124,795 $129,924 $130,504 $126,151 Median Family Income $103,456 $105,167 $105,848 $109,242 $118,286 $123,181 $138,538 $153,264 $165,323 $161,757 $174,308 $180,976 $195,944 $181,111 Median NonFamily Income $52,783 $48,614 $49,044 $49,219 $48,917 $50,996 $56,149 $66,740 $72,471 $78,728 $82,781 $89,615 $87,825 $92,208 Median Male Income $70,954 $73,157 $74,817 $78,587 $82,965 $87,033 $95,504 $98,084 $102,413 $105,771 $110,333 $123,060 $126,830 $123,547 Median Female Income $53,935 $55,072 $59,464 $62,083 $62,159 $62,778 $67,456 $67,896 $74,678 $72,487 $83,767 $85,689 $91,786 $91,154 Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS Average Household Income Bar chart showing average household income comparing ZIP 98116, city of Seattle, King County, state of Washington, and United States national values. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS Pie Chart & Table Comparison Chart Employment Status Pie chart of employment status for ZIP 98116, showing the shares who are employed, unemployed, and not in the labor force. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Employed: 17,406 70.58% Unemployed: 676 2.74% Not In Labor Force: 6,580 26.68% Total: 24,662 100% Bar chart comparing employment status (employed, unemployed, not in labor force) in ZIP 98116 with Seattle, King County, state of Washington, and the United States national levels. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over) Donut Chart showing the distribution of employed civilians aged 16 and over by occupation category: management, service, sales and office, natural resources and construction, and production and transportation. A table with the same data and percentages is provided as well. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Management, business, science, and arts: 11,163 64.13% Service: 1,562 8.97% Sales and Office: 3,022 17.36% Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: 564 3.24% Production, transportation, and material moving: 1,095 6.29% Total Civilian Employed Population: 17,406 100% Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS. In 2024, the Median household income is $126,151 , which is much higher than the national median ($80,734), is up $50,588 ( 66.9% ) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $4,943 . Family households earn a median of $181,111 versus $92,208 for nonfamily households (a difference of $88,903 ). By gender, male median income is $123,547 and female is $91,154 , which is considerably higher than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $32,393 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 73.3% , which is much higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 3.7% , which is better than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management ( 64.1% ). Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female) Average Household Income Employment Status Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over) Housing & Affordability In 2024, the median home value is $973,400 , which is considerably higher than the national median ($332,700), is up $489,000 ( 100.95% ) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $264,100 . The median gross rent is $2,075 , which is markedly greater than the national median ($1,413), is up $982 ( 89.84% ) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $428 . Of occupied housing, owners make up 49.70% (69.00% with a mortgage, 31.00% free-and-clear) and renters 50.30% - making this ZIP Code higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 6.78% , which is far lower than the national rate (10.12%). Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy Median Home Value (Comparison) Median Home Value Over Time Gross Rent Paid Median Gross Rent Over Time Housing Occupancy Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other) Education, Health & Community In 2024, 67.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 98.20% , which is far higher than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 2.20% , which is far lower than the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 84.40% , which is well above the national rate (67.10%). Public coverage is 25.40% , which is falls below the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 2.30% , which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%), down 0.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.90 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary ( 36.81% ). College enrollment is 26.84% , which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation. Explore More: Educational Attainment Health Insurance Poverty Over Time School Enrollment Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03. Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older) Pie chart of educational attainment for adults (25+) in ZIP 98116, including each level from less than 9th grade to graduate/professional. Summary rows show high school or higher and bachelor's or higher. A table lists counts and percentages. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Less than 9th grade: 123 0.54% 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: 287 1.25% High school graduate (includes equivalency): 2,184 9.53% Some college, no degree: 3,168 13.82% Associate's degree: 1,797 7.84% Bachelor's degree: 8,308 36.25% Graduate or professional degree: 7,051 30.77% Total: 22,918 100% High school or higher: 22,508 98.21% Bachelor's degree or higher: 15,359 67.02% Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS Pie Chart & Table Comparison Chart Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured) Pie chart illustrating health insurance coverage by type for ZIP Code 98116. Categories include private insurance, public coverage such as Medicare and Medicaid, and individuals with no health insurance. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Private Insurance: 24,037 86.28% Public Insurance: 7,243 26.00% No Insurance: 630 2.26% Total: 27,860 100% Has Health Insurance: 31,280 112.28% Bar chart comparing health insurance coverage in ZIP 98116 with Seattle, King County, state of Washington, and the U.S. National values, showing private, public, and uninsured shares. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024) Line chart displaying the share of families and people in ZIP 98116 whose income falls below the federal poverty threshold, using ACS 5-year estimates from 2011 through 2024. The chart shows year-to-year changes in the percentage of people in poverty. Chart loads automatically and replaces this content. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Group 2011 2102 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 % of People in Poverty 2.4% 3.6% 3.5% 3.5% 2.9% 2.5% 1.6% 1.6% 1.2% 1.2% 0.9% 1.4% 2.1% 2.3% Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition. School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older) Pie Chart showing enrollment of residents ages 3 and older in Nursery School or Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary (grades 1-8), High School (grades 9-12), and College or Graduate School. A table with the same data and percentages is provided as well. Load Chart Manually (if needed) Nursery School, Preschool: 621 14.03% Kindergarten: 234 5.29% Elementary school (grades 1-8): 1,629 36.81% High school (grades 9-12): 754 17.04% College or graduate school: 1,188 26.84% Total: 4,426 100% Early Childhood: 855 19.32% K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): 2,617 59.13% Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS In 2024, 67.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 98.20% , which is far higher than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 2.20% , which is far lower than the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 84.40% , which is well above the national rate (67.10%). Public coverage is 25.40% , which is falls below the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 2.30% , which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%), down 0.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.90 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary ( 36.81% ). College enrollment is 26.84% , which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation. Explore More: Educational Attainment Health Insurance Poverty Over Time School Enrollment Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older) Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured) Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024) Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older) Business & Employment Statistics ZIP Code 98116 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 827 business establishments , employing about 6,402 people with an annual payroll of $351,423,000. USPS data shows 15,176 residential mailboxes and 536 business mailboxes , reflecting local delivery coverage. Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications ZIP Code 98116 is located in King County , Washington, within the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 42660) and Washington's 7th and 9th Congressional Districts . This Metro area has a population of 3,439,809 people, about 0.81% of whom live in ZIP Code 98116, and is subdivided into the Seattle-Bellevue-Kent, WA division . It covers 3.001 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.131 sq mi. Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes 98126 : Seattle, WA Adjacent 98136 : Seattle, WA Adjacent 98134 : Seattle, WA 98106 : Seattle, WA 98174 : Seattle, WA 98104 : Seattle, WA 98154 : Seattle, WA 98121 : Seattle, WA 98161 : Seattle, WA 98185 : Seattle, WA 98164 : Seattle, WA 98181 : Seattle, WA 98101 : Seattle, WA 98191 : Seattle, WA 98170 : Seattle, WA Schools in ZIP Code 98116 ZIP Code 98116 is in the Seattle Public Schools , which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th . There are 5 public schools and 3 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to. Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 98116 Sources & References Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on August 1, 2026. U.S. Postal Service [Last Updated: 8/1/2026], https://www.usps.com ZIP-Codes.com Proprietary Data Enhancements [Updated: 8/1/2026], https://www.zip-codes.com U.S. Census [Updated: Varies], https://www.census.gov U.S. Census Office of Management and Budget [Updated: As Released] U.S. Census 2020 Demographic & Housing Characteristics (DHC) [Decennial] [Updated: 5/25/2023] U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released] U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released] U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released] U.S. Geological Survey [Updated: Varies], https://www.usgs.gov Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov National Center for Education Statistics [Updated: 8/1/2026], https://nces.ed.gov U.S. Postal Service [Last Updated: 8/1/2026], https://www.usps.com ZIP-Codes.com Proprietary Data Enhancements [Updated: 8/1/2026], https://www.zip-codes.com U.S. Census [Updated: Varies], https://www.census.gov U.S. Census Office of Management and Budget [Updated: As Released] U.S. Census 2020 Demographic & Housing Characteristics (DHC) [Decennial] [Updated: 5/25/2023] U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released] U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released] U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released] U.S. Census Office of Management and Budget [Updated: As Released] U.S. Census 2020 Demographic & Housing Characteristics (DHC) [Decennial] [Updated: 5/25/2023] U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released] U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released] U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released] U.S. Geological Survey [Updated: Varies], https://www.usgs.gov Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov National Center for Education Statistics [Updated: 8/1/2026], https://nces.ed.gov To change, close this window. Adjust map to preferred zoom level and position, then hit Print Map | .