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ZIP Code 98438

Pierce, Washington

FIPS 98438

Juniper

ZIP Code 98438 is in the top 21% nationally for FEMA risk score.

FEMA Risk Score

37.6

Lower than 79% of U.S. ZIP codes

The basics

Total Population

613

Median Age

22.4

Climate & weather

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

Summer Avg High (°F)

74.9

Winter Avg Low (°F)

37.3

Avg Temperature (°F)

53.7

Hot Days/yr (>90°F)

0.6

Freezing Days/yr (<32°F)

27.2

Annual Precipitation (in)

43.4

Annual Snowfall (in)

5.6

Flood & disaster risk

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

FEMA Risk Score

37.6

Lower than 79%

EAL Flood/Coastal per $1K

0

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 98438: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in ZIP Code 98438?
ZIP Code 98438 averages 53.7°F year-round, summer highs near 74.9°F, winter lows around 37.3°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). It sees about 5.6 inches of snow a year.
Is ZIP Code 98438 at risk of flooding or natural disasters?
ZIP Code 98438's FEMA National Risk Index score is 37.6 (lower than 79% of U.S. ZIP codes). Its greatest modeled natural hazard is earthquake. Modeled coastal-flood loss is negligible.

Sources: U.S. Census ACS, FEMA National Risk Index, FHFA House Price Index, OpenStreetMap, EPA. Explore the map →