Whatcom County, WA Demographics & ZIP Codes
Whatcom County, Washington demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 16 ZIP codes — population 226,483 — avg. income $87,092 — avg. home value $487,594. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Whatcom County demographics
Whatcom County, Washington covers 16 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 226,483.
Median household income in Whatcom County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Whatcom County, Washington is about $87,092 — about even with the WA ZIP average ($87,083), and about 16% above the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 98220 (Acme) is near the top at about $142,891, while 98266 (Peaceful Valley) is near the bottom at about $53,115.
Housing in Whatcom County
For housing in Whatcom County, Washington, the average median home value is about $487,594 and the average median rent is about $1,182.
The most populous ZIP is 98225 (Bellingham) with about 50,355 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Whatcom County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98225 | Bellingham | Whatcom County | WA | 50,355 | $62,220 | $588,800 |
| 98226 | Bellingham | Whatcom County | WA | 45,739 | $79,684 | $568,400 |
| 98229 | Bellingham | Whatcom County | WA | 33,919 | $90,068 | $564,700 |
| 98248 | Ferndale | Whatcom County | WA | 28,061 | $88,566 | $550,300 |
| 98264 | Lynden | Whatcom County | WA | 22,365 | $95,225 | $538,100 |
| 98230 | Birch Bay | Whatcom County | WA | 18,757 | $82,716 | $467,900 |
| 98247 | Deming | Whatcom County | WA | 8,924 | $84,300 | $514,400 |
| 98266 | Peaceful Valley | Whatcom County | WA | 4,198 | $53,115 | $358,300 |
| 98240 | Custer | Whatcom County | WA | 3,208 | $106,256 | $566,400 |
| 98295 | Sumas | Whatcom County | WA | 3,135 | $96,337 | $408,000 |
| 98244 | Kendall | Whatcom County | WA | 3,080 | $83,958 | $431,900 |
| 98276 | Nooksack | Whatcom County | WA | 1,547 | $85,781 | $484,500 |
| 98281 | Point Roberts | Whatcom County | WA | 1,275 | $80,197 | $460,500 |
| 98262 | — | Whatcom County | WA | 1,020 | $76,528 | $529,000 |
| 98220 | Acme | Whatcom County | WA | 558 | $142,891 | $460,900 |
| 98283 | Rockport | Whatcom County | WA | 342 | $85,625 | $309,400 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Whatcom County?
Whatcom County, Washington has a combined ZIP-area population of about 226,483 across 16 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Whatcom County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Whatcom County, Washington is about $87,092, roughly in line with the state ZIP average ($87,083), and about 16% above the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $487,594. Among ZIPs with data, 98220 (Acme) is near the top ($142,891) and 98266 (Peaceful Valley) is near the bottom ($53,115).
How many ZIP codes are in Whatcom County?
Whatcom County, Washington includes 16 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Whatcom County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Whatcom County, Washington with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.