The basics
Total Population
368
Median Age
45.2
Home values & property tax
Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.
Median Home Value
$430,000
Higher than 84%
Median Property Tax
$1,827
Effective Tax Rate
0%
Cost of living & affordability
Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.
Price-to-Income Ratio
4.56
Higher than 82%
Climate & weather
Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.
Summer Avg High (°F)
74.4
Winter Avg Low (°F)
31.6
Avg Temperature (°F)
49.7
Hot Days/yr (>90°F)
5.3
Freezing Days/yr (<32°F)
68.5
Annual Precipitation (in)
109.9
Annual Snowfall (in)
44.3
The full report
Six pillars — each with percentile benchmarks, 16-year trends, and per-metric detail.
People
Work & Money
Housing
Amenities
Environment & Risk
ZIP Code 98256: frequently asked questions
- What is the median home value in ZIP Code 98256?
- The median home value in ZIP Code 98256 is $430,000, higher than 84% of U.S. ZIP codes.
- How much is property tax in ZIP Code 98256?
- The median annual property tax in ZIP Code 98256 is $1,827, an effective rate of 0% of home value.
- Is ZIP Code 98256 expensive to live in?
- Homes in ZIP Code 98256 cost about 4.56× the median household income, higher than 82% of U.S. ZIP codes.
- What is the weather like in ZIP Code 98256?
- ZIP Code 98256 averages 49.7°F year-round, summer highs near 74.4°F, winter lows around 31.6°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). It sees about 44.3 inches of snow a year.
Sources: U.S. Census ACS, FEMA National Risk Index, FHFA House Price Index, OpenStreetMap, EPA. Explore the map →