ZIP Code 98597 — Yelm, WA

Thurston | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 98597 in Yelm, WA has a population of 26,669 with a median household income of $92,219 and a median home value of $447,600 . The cost of living index is 150.5 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
26,669
Median Age
36.70
Male
14,032
Female
12,637

Race & Ethnicity

White
76.2%
Black
3.3%
Hispanic
12.1%
Asian
1.4%
Native American
1.1%
Pacific Islander
2.3%
Two or More
12.5%
Other
3.3%

Income

Median Household
$92,219
Mean Household
$103,297
Per Capita
$39,279
Below Poverty
7.9%

Housing

Median Home Value
$447,600
Median Rent
$1,638
Total Units
10,384
Occupied
9,715
Owner Occupied
78.2%
Renter Occupied
21.8%
Median Year Built
1998
Vacant
669

Education

High School or Higher 91.8%
Bachelor's or Higher 24.1%
Graduate Degree 9.5%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
11,839
Unemployment
3.0%
Drive Alone
72.9%
Public Transit
0.5%
Work from Home
11.0%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

150.5
National average = 100. Above average by 50.5%.

Nearby ZIP Codes

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4.7 mi
98580
Roy
5.9 mi
98338
Graham
10.2 mi
98513
Lacey
11.5 mi
98328
Eatonville
12.4 mi
98589
Tenino
13.8 mi
98387
Spanaway
14.0 mi
98503
Lacey
14.9 mi
98327
Du pont
15.1 mi
98530
Bucoda
15.7 mi
98501
Olympia
16.1 mi
98439
Lakewood center
17.2 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 98597?

ZIP code 98597 (Yelm, WA) has a total population of 26,669 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 98597?

The median household income in ZIP code 98597 is $92,219 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 98597 in?

ZIP code 98597 is primarily located in Yelm, Washington (WA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 98597?

The median home value in ZIP code 98597 is $447,600, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 98597?

The median age in ZIP code 98597 is 36.70 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.