98908 ZIP Code — Yakima, WA
Yakima County, Washington
ZIP code 98908 is located in Yakima, Washington, within Yakima County. It covers approximately 105.68 square miles and serves a population of 38,671 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Pacific (PT) timezone, served by area code 509.
About ZIP code 98908
The housing stock consists of a mix of housing types. Most homes were built in the 1970s, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $329,200. Owner-occupancy sits near the national average at 71%.
Median household income is $77,767. 38% of households receive Social Security income, suggesting a notable retiree or disability population.
The dominant occupation class is management, business, and professional, with education and healthcare as the leading industry. The average commute of 19 minutes is near the national average.
Educational attainment is near the national average, with 31% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
38,671
population
105.68
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Pacific (PT)
timezone
98908 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 98908
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 98908. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Yakima | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
98923 Cowiche (4.8 mi)
98947 Tieton (7.1 mi)
98903 Yakima (7.1 mi)
98902 Yakima (8.7 mi)
98942 Selah (9.5 mi)
98933 Harrah (15.8 mi)
98951 Wapato (16.6 mi)
98901 Yakima (17.8 mi)
98952 White Swan (18.3 mi)
98937 Naches (19.2 mi)
Demographics
updated 05/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 38,671 |
| Population density | 366 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 53 |
| County FIPS | 077 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 105.68 sq mi |
| Water area | 0.25 sq mi |
| Latitude | 46.6298 |
| Longitude | -120.7053 |
| Timezone | Pacific (PT) |
| Area code | 509 |
Total population by age
Gender
Race & ethnicity
Economics
updated 05/2026
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 36.3% | 45.0% | 31.7% |
| $50k – $100k | 34.4% | 34.4% | 30.6% |
| $100k – $200k | 23.4% | 17.0% | 27.1% |
| Over $200k | 6.0% | 3.6% | 10.6% |
Demographics & statistics
38,671
Population
366
People per sq mi
39.8
Median age
$77,767
Median household income
$36,443
Per capita income
$329,200
Median home value
$1,174
Median monthly rent
71.0%
Home ownership
9.5%
Poverty rate
5.5%
Unemployment
11,091
Housing units
31.4%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
1,237
Under 5
1,308
1,263
5–9
1,336
1,341
10–14
1,419
1,437
15–19
1,521
1,098
20–24
1,161
1,840
25–34
1,948
2,540
35–44
2,688
2,023
45–54
2,141
926
55–59
979
1,155
60–64
1,222
2,256
65–74
2,387
1,127
75–84
1,193
547
85+
578
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 9,669 | 25.0% |
| 18 and over | 29,002 | 75.0% |
| 65 and over | 8,088 | 20.9% |
| Median age | 39.8 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
65.6%
Hispanic or Latino
14.2%
Other race
9.5%
Two or more races
8.1%
Asian
1.2%
Black or African American
0.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 29,536 | 65.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6,387 | 14.2% |
| Other race | 4,276 | 9.5% |
| Two or more races | 3,669 | 8.1% |
| Asian | 528 | 1.2% |
| Black or African American | 355 | 0.8% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 259 | 0.6% |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 48 | 0.1% |
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 36.3% | 45.0% | 31.7% |
| $50k – $100k | 34.4% | 34.4% | 30.6% |
| $100k – $200k | 23.4% | 17.0% | 27.1% |
| Over $200k | 6.0% | 3.6% | 10.6% |
Under $10k
2.7%
$10k–$15k
2.9%
$15k–$25k
6.5%
$25k–$35k
6.8%
$35k–$50k
12.6%
$50k–$75k
15.9%
$75k–$100k
16.8%
$100k–$150k
18.9%
$150k–$200k
9.4%
$200k+
7.5%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| Under $10k | 2.7% |
| $10k–$15k | 2.9% |
| $15k–$25k | 6.5% |
| $25k–$35k | 6.8% |
| $35k–$50k | 12.6% |
| $50k–$75k | 15.9% |
| $75k–$100k | 16.8% |
| $100k–$150k | 18.9% |
| $150k–$200k | 9.4% |
| $200k+ | 7.5% |
| Median income | $77,767 |
Housing
Home values
Under $50k
4.3%
$50k–$100k
2.8%
$100k–$150k
2.7%
$150k–$200k
7.2%
$200k–$300k
26.0%
$300k–$500k
40.5%
$500k–$1M
15.0%
$1M+
1.5%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $329,200 |
| Median rent / month | $1,174 |
| Owner occupied | 71.0% |
| Renter occupied | 29.0% |
| Vacant | 4.4% |
| Single-family detached | 66.8% |
| Large apartment buildings | 5.5% |
| Mobile homes | 6.6% |
| Median rooms | 6.1 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 2.70 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 1.3% |
| 2010–2019 | 5.4% |
| 2000–2009 | 15.9% |
| 1990–1999 | 16.1% |
| 1980–1989 | 12.2% |
| 1970–1979 | 22.3% |
| 1960–1969 | 11.0% |
| 1950–1959 | 7.8% |
| 1940–1949 | 3.6% |
| 1939 or earlier | 4.5% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 4.6% |
| 1 bedroom | 3.5% |
| 2 bedrooms | 20.7% |
| 3 bedrooms | 46.6% |
| 4 bedrooms | 19.7% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 4.9% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 3.1% |
| 1 vehicle | 27.9% |
| 2 vehicles | 38.8% |
| 3 or more | 30.2% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 31.8% |
| Electricity | 59.9% |
| Propane / LP gas | 2.5% |
| Fuel oil | 1.4% |
| Wood | 3.7% |
| Solar | 0.1% |
| No fuel used | 0.1% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 7,890 | 53.7% |
| Cohabiting couple | 1,069 | 7.3% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 1,978 | 13.5% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 3,744 | 25.5% |
| Households with children under 18 | 4,908 | 33.4% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 5,773 | 39.3% |
| Average household size | 2.62 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 27.6% | 25.4% |
| Married | 59.1% | 50.6% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 10.2% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 12.0% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
3.8%
Some HS, no diploma
5.1%
HS graduate
24.1%
Some college, no degree
25.1%
Associate's degree
10.5%
Bachelor's degree
20.2%
Graduate / professional
11.2%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 91.1% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 31.4% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 517 | 5.5% |
| Kindergarten | 455 | 4.8% |
| Elementary school | 4,373 | 46.2% |
| High school | 2,197 | 23.2% |
| College / grad school | 1,923 | 20.3% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Education & healthcare
27.7%
Manufacturing
9.7%
Retail trade
9.7%
Arts, food & hospitality
9.5%
Professional & management
7.9%
Finance & real estate
6.8%
Construction
5.7%
Agriculture & mining
5.6%
Public administration
5.5%
Other services
5.0%
Wholesale trade
3.1%
Transportation & utilities
3.1%
Information
0.8%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 39.8% |
| Service | 19.0% |
| Sales & office | 20.9% |
| Natural resources & construction | 10.1% |
| Production & transportation | 10.1% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 76.6% |
| Government | 18.0% |
| Self-employed | 5.2% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.2% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 81.0% |
| Carpool | 11.5% |
| Public transit | 0.3% |
| Walk | 0.7% |
| Work from home | 5.0% |
| Other means | 1.5% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 18.8 |
Poverty
All people
9.5%
Under 18 years
14.1%
18 and over
8.0%
Married-couple families
3.2%
Female-led households
28.1%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 38.4% |
| Retirement income | 30.4% |
| Supplemental Security | 4.9% |
| Cash public assistance | 2.2% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 9.2% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 31.9% |
| High blood pressure | 32.0% |
| High cholesterol | 33.7% |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart disease | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| Arthritis | 24.8% |
| Kidney disease | 3.0% |
| Pulmonary disease | 6.4% |
| Cancer | 7.4% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 13.7% |
| Binge drinking | 14.5% |
| No physical activity | 17.9% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 28.6% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Fair or poor health | 12.9% |
| Poor mental health | 14.5% |
| Poor physical health | 10.2% |
| No health insurance | 12.2% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 69.5% |
| Visited dentist | 71.3% |
| Cholesterol screening | 89.5% |
| Teeth loss | 10.5% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 1,979 | 6.8% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 14.3% |
| Under 18 | 5.0% |
| 18–64 years | 11.7% |
| 65 and over | 32.1% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 67.4% |
| Public insurance | 41.2% |
| No insurance | 9.2% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 8.2% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 36,126 | 93.4% |
| Spanish | 1,905 | 5.3% |
| Other Indo-European | 1,683 | 4.7% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 65 | 0.2% |
| Other languages | 137 | 0.4% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 36,009 | 93.1% |
| Born in same state | 35,687 | 92.3% |
| Born in different state | 25,095 | 64.9% |
| Foreign born | 322 | 0.8% |
| Naturalized citizen | 2,662 | 6.9% |
| Not a US citizen | 1,229 | 46.2% |
Ancestry
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| French | 4,894 | 12.7% |
| Italian | 3,779 | 9.8% |
| Arab | 1,439 | 3.7% |
| Polish | 1,341 | 3.5% |
| English | 466 | 1.2% |
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| German | 323 | 0.8% |
| Dutch | 261 | 0.7% |
| Irish | 64 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 24 | 0.1% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 38.0% |
| Internet access | 93.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 98908
What city is ZIP code 98908 in?
ZIP code 98908 is primarily assigned to Yakima, Washington.
What county is ZIP code 98908 in?
ZIP code 98908 falls within Yakima County, Washington.
Does ZIP code 98908 have a large retiree population?
38% of households in ZIP code 98908 receive Social Security income, suggesting a significant retiree or disability population.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 98908?
The median home value in ZIP code 98908 is $329,200.
What is the population of ZIP code 98908?
ZIP code 98908 has an estimated population of 38,671 residents, with a density of 366 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in ZIP code 98908?
The median household income in ZIP code 98908 is $77,767, above the national median of ~$75,000.
What timezone is ZIP code 98908 in?
ZIP code 98908 observes the PST timezone.