Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in ZCTA5 98230, Washington?
ZIP code · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 98230, Washington (ZIP 98230) is $1,365/month (±$258), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $499,800 (±$35,949), and the median household income is $86,623/year. The unemployment rate in Whatcom County, Washington was 4.8% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for ZIP 98230
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,365 |
| Median Home Value | $499,800 |
| Median Household Income | $86,623 |
| Total Housing Units | 7,976 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 1,630 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 20% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 454 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 4.8% |
How does ZIP 98230 compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all ZIP codes in Washington.
Higher rent than 48% of ZIP codes in Washington · 250th of 476
| # | ZIP code | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZCTA5 98592 | $3,501 |
| 1 | ZCTA5 98039 | $3,501 |
| 3 | ZCTA5 98075 | $3,312 |
| … 246 more … | ||
| 250 | ZCTA5 98230(you are here) | $1,365 |
| … 223 more … | ||
| 474 | ZCTA5 99155 | $423 |
| 475 | ZCTA5 99135 | $393 |
| 476 | ZCTA5 99371 | $281 |
Geography
ZIP 98230 is in Whatcom County, Washington.
It covers part of Birch Bay CDP city, Washington.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in ZCTA5 98230, Washington?
The median gross rent in ZCTA5 98230, Washington (ZIP 98230) is $1,365/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 98230, Washington?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 98230, Washington is not available based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in ZCTA5 98230, Washington?
The median home value in ZCTA5 98230, Washington (ZIP 98230) is $499,800 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in ZCTA5 98230 are rent-burdened?
In ZCTA5 98230, Washington, 454 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in ZCTA5 98230, Washington?
The median household income in ZCTA5 98230, Washington is $86,623/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,365 has a margin of error of ±$258. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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