Gig Harbor ZIP Codes — Pierce County, WA

There are 3 unique ZIP codes in Gig Harbor, Washington. Area code: 253.

ZIP codes

68.81

sq mi land

19.65

sq mi water

253

area code

Gig Harbor, WA ZIP code map

About Gig Harbor, WA

Gig Harbor, WA, is a picturesque waterfront city located in Pierce County, known for its charming marina and vibrant arts scene. With a rich history rooted in fishing and shipbuilding, the city's quaint downtown area is filled with unique shops, restaurants, and galleries. Residents and visitors enjoy stunning views of the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound, making Gig Harbor a desirable place to live and explore.

Location & geography

Situated on the Key Peninsula and surrounded by natural beauty, Gig Harbor is approximately 10 miles from Tacoma and 40 miles from Seattle. The city has a diverse landscape that includes both land and water, with a total land area of 94.81 square miles and a water area of 25.25 square miles. This unique setting provides residents with ample outdoor recreational opportunities, including boating, fishing, and hiking.

Community & economy

Gig Harbor is known for its friendly community atmosphere, where local events and festivals celebrate the city's rich maritime heritage. The economy is supported by a mix of tourism, small businesses, and light industry, contributing to a vibrant local job market. Daily life in Gig Harbor is marked by a strong sense of community, with residents often gathering at parks, waterfronts, and local markets to socialize and enjoy the area's natural beauty.

Transportation

The primary route serving Gig Harbor is State Route 16, which connects the city to Tacoma and offers convenient access to other regions. For air travel, the nearest major airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), located about 40 miles away. Public transit options are available through Pierce Transit, which provides bus services to various locations within and around the city.

History

Gig Harbor was founded in the mid-19th century and quickly became a hub for fishing and shipbuilding due to its strategic waterfront location. Over the years, key industries have included commercial fishing, timber, and tourism, all of which have shaped the city's economic landscape. Notable events in its history include the development of the Gig Harbor waterfront as a center for recreation and community gatherings.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Gig Harbor is that it was once a popular spot for shipping lumber and fish, and the city's marina plays a significant role in its economic and cultural identity today. Additionally, Gig Harbor is known for its annual Festival of the Sail, which showcases classic wooden boats, celebrating the town's maritime heritage.

ZIP codes for Gig Harbor, WA (3)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
98329	Gig Harbor	Pierce	View map
98332	Gig Harbor	Pierce	View map
98335	Gig Harbor	Pierce	View map

Demographics & statistics

58,933

Population

45.1

Median age

$117,858

Median household income

$61,117

Per capita income

$587,033

Median home value

$1,901

Median monthly rent

82.9%

Home ownership

3.9%

Poverty rate

4.2%

Unemployment

19,484

Housing units

43.0%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

1,675

Under 5

1,728

1,984

5–9

2,047

1,477

10–14

1,524

1,733

15–19

1,788

1,231

20–24

1,269

2,920

25–34

3,012

3,492

35–44

3,601

3,791

45–54

3,909

1,983

55–59

2,046

2,293

60–64

2,365

3,956

65–74

4,079

1,808

75–84

1,864

669

85+

689

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Female →

Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	12,762	21.5%
18 and over	46,171	78.5%
65 and over	13,065	21.8%
Median age	45.1 years

Race & ethnicity

White 80.5%

Two or more races 9.7%

Hispanic or Latino 4.3%

Asian 3%

Other race 1%

Black or African American 0.9%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.3%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.3%

Group	Count	%
White	49,579	80.5%
Two or more races	5,996	9.7%
Hispanic or Latino	2,632	4.3%
Asian	1,823	3%
Other race	610	1%
Black or African American	526	0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native	207	0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	192	0.3%

Household income

Under $10k 2.4%

$10k–$15k 0.5%

$15k–$25k 3.5%

$25k–$35k 3.9%

$35k–$50k 7.4%

$50k–$75k 12.8%

$75k–$100k 11.0%

$100k–$150k 21.7%

$150k–$200k 14.8%

$200k+ 21.9%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	2.4%
$10k–$15k	0.5%
$15k–$25k	3.5%
$25k–$35k	3.9%
$35k–$50k	7.4%
$50k–$75k	12.8%
$75k–$100k	11.0%
$100k–$150k	21.7%
$150k–$200k	14.8%
$200k+	21.9%
Median income	$117,858

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 1.7%

$50k–$100k 1.1%

$100k–$150k 1.6%

$150k–$200k 0.7%

$200k–$300k 7.5%

$300k–$500k 26.4%

$500k–$1M 48.2%

$1M+ 12.8%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$587,033
Median rent / month	$1,901
Owner occupied	82.9%
Renter occupied	17.1%
Vacant	5.2%
Single-family detached	80.5%
Large apartment buildings	3.0%
Mobile homes	7.2%
Median rooms	6.4
Avg household size (owned)	2.62

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	1.2%
2010–2019	11.8%
2000–2009	16.6%
1990–1999	23.7%
1980–1989	16.1%
1970–1979	17.5%
1960–1969	6.5%
1950–1959	2.2%
1940–1949	1.3%
1939 or earlier	3.1%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	1.1%
1 bedroom	4.5%
2 bedrooms	17.4%
3 bedrooms	53.2%
4 bedrooms	18.6%
5+ bedrooms	5.2%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	1.9%
1 vehicle	18.8%
2 vehicles	42.7%
3 or more	36.6%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	29.7%
Electricity	60.3%
Propane / LP gas	4.8%
Fuel oil	0.8%
Wood	3.5%
Solar	0.2%
No fuel used	0.3%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	14,816	65.3%
Cohabiting couple	1,008	5.0%
Male householder, no spouse	2,191	10.4%
Female householder, no spouse	4,515	19.3%
Households with children under 18	6,831	30.5%
Households with seniors (65+)	8,831	38.7%
Average household size	2.57

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	24.2%	17.0%
Married	65.7%	62.4%
Separated	0.4%	0.9%
Widowed	2.0%	7.2%
Divorced	7.7%	12.4%

Education

Less than 9th grade 0.3%

Some HS, no diploma 3.3%

HS graduate 16.6%

Some college, no degree 23.7%

Associate's degree 13.1%

Bachelor's degree 25.1%

Graduate / professional 18.0%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	96.4%
Bachelor's or higher	43.0%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	1,096	7.2%
Kindergarten	971	7.3%
Elementary school	5,180	38.9%
High school	3,215	24.8%
College / grad school	2,773	21.9%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 23.7%

Professional & management 14.0%

Retail trade 10.9%

Manufacturing 9.2%

Construction 7.9%

Public administration 7.2%

Arts, food & hospitality 6.6%

Finance & real estate 6.6%

Transportation & utilities 5.7%

Other services 4.8%

Wholesale trade 2.3%

Information 0.7%

Agriculture & mining 0.3%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	47.3%
Service	14.8%
Sales & office	18.0%
Natural resources & construction	9.3%
Production & transportation	10.6%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	73.3%
Government	19.5%
Self-employed	7.1%
Unpaid family workers	0.2%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	73.1%
Carpool	8.4%
Public transit	1.1%
Walk	1.4%
Other means	0.8%
Avg commute (minutes)	32.7

Poverty

All people 3.9%

Under 18 years 3.4%

18 and over 4.0%

Married-couple families 1.1%

Female-led households 8.8%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	36.6%
Retirement income	33.6%
Supplemental Security	2.6%
Cash public assistance	1.5%
Food stamps / SNAP	3.7%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	34.4%
High cholesterol	36.1%
Heart disease	5.4%
Stroke	2.6%
Asthma	10.2%
Arthritis	25.6%
Kidney disease	2.6%
Pulmonary disease	5.4%
Cancer	7.6%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	16.1%
No physical activity	17.0%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	30.0%
Fair or poor health	10.9%
Poor mental health	14.1%
Poor physical health	9.5%
No health insurance	8.0%
Visited doctor (checkup)	70.7%
Visited dentist	72.2%
Cholesterol screening	90.5%
Teeth loss	8.2%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	5,686	13.1%

Disability	%
Any disability	11.1%
Under 18	3.0%
18–64 years	8.3%
65 and over	27.1%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	84.8%
Public insurance	33.1%
Uninsured under 19	0.9%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	55,530	94.4%
Spanish	956	1.7%
Other Indo-European	297	0.5%
Asian & Pacific Islander	266	0.6%
Other languages	334	0.5%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	55,696	94.6%
Born in same state	54,518	92.3%
Born in different state	27,152	46.4%
Foreign born	1,178	2.2%
Naturalized citizen	3,237	5.4%
Not a US citizen	1,981	62.3%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
French	9,633	16.3%
Italian	7,776	13.2%
Polish	3,741	6.3%
Arab	2,087	3.5%
English	722	1.2%

Ancestry	Count	%
Dutch	547	0.9%
German	421	0.7%
Irish	196	0.3%
Norwegian	59	0.1%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	38.0%
Internet access	98.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Gig Harbor, WA have?

Gig Harbor, WA has 3 ZIP codes: 98329, 98332, and 98335. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.