ZIP Code 98225 — Bellingham, WA

Whatcom | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 98225 in Bellingham, WA has a population of 50,216 with a median household income of $63,941 and a median home value of $631,200 . The cost of living index is 186.0 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
50,216
Median Age
31.80
Male
24,229
Female
25,987

Race & Ethnicity

White
81.1%
Black
1.2%
Hispanic
9.2%
Asian
3.8%
Native American
0.6%
Pacific Islander
0.3%
Two or More
9.6%
Other
3.5%

Income

Median Household
$63,941
Mean Household
$91,167
Per Capita
$42,441
Below Poverty
23.2%

Housing

Median Home Value
$631,200
Median Rent
$1,523
Total Units
24,205
Occupied
22,612
Owner Occupied
40.3%
Renter Occupied
59.7%
Median Year Built
1976
Vacant
1,593

Education

High School or Higher 95.8%
Bachelor's or Higher 50.1%
Graduate Degree 21.1%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
29,720
Unemployment
6.8%
Drive Alone
58.9%
Public Transit
4.7%
Work from Home
14.9%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

186.0
National average = 100. Above average by 86.0%.

Nearby ZIP Codes

98226
Bellingham
2.0 mi
98262
Lummi island
10.4 mi
98248
Ferndale
10.5 mi
98247
Everson
12.4 mi
98232
Bow
12.6 mi
98264
Lynden
12.8 mi
98220
Acme
12.9 mi
98230
Blaine
13.6 mi
98233
Burlington
15.4 mi
98240
Custer
15.5 mi
98244
Glacier
16.9 mi
98295
Sumas
18.4 mi

Other ZIP Codes in Bellingham

98226
Pop: 46,782

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 98225?

ZIP code 98225 (Bellingham, WA) has a total population of 50,216 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 98225?

The median household income in ZIP code 98225 is $63,941 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 98225 in?

ZIP code 98225 is primarily located in Bellingham, Washington (WA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 98225?

The median home value in ZIP code 98225 is $631,200, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 98225?

The median age in ZIP code 98225 is 31.80 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.