ZIP Code 98626 — Kelso, WA

Cowlitz | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 98626 in Kelso, WA has a population of 26,892 with a median household income of $75,528 and a median home value of $368,900 . The cost of living index is 121.3 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
26,892
Median Age
41.50
Male
13,536
Female
13,356

Race & Ethnicity

White
84.7%
Black
0.9%
Hispanic
7.1%
Asian
0.9%
Native American
1.7%
Pacific Islander
0.8%
Two or More
8.8%
Other
2.2%

Income

Median Household
$75,528
Mean Household
$95,597
Per Capita
$37,364
Below Poverty
8.3%

Housing

Median Home Value
$368,900
Median Rent
$1,267
Total Units
10,766
Occupied
10,342
Owner Occupied
68.6%
Renter Occupied
31.5%
Median Year Built
1975
Vacant
424

Education

High School or Higher 90.4%
Bachelor's or Higher 14.7%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
13,086
Unemployment
8.1%
Drive Alone
83.8%
Public Transit
0.2%
Work from Home
7.2%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

121.3
National average = 100. Above average by 21.3%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 98626?

ZIP code 98626 (Kelso, WA) has a total population of 26,892 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 98626?

The median household income in ZIP code 98626 is $75,528 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 98626 in?

ZIP code 98626 is primarily located in Kelso, Washington (WA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 98626?

The median home value in ZIP code 98626 is $368,900, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 98626?

The median age in ZIP code 98626 is 41.50 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.