ZIP Code 98101 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 98101 (Seattle, WA).
ZIP COL Index Score
154.2
54% above US avgMedian Income$102,400
Median Home Value$780,000
Median Rent$2650/mo
Population14,200
Land Area0.8 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 98101
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to Washington state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+122% higher222
Food & Groceries
+26% higher126.1
Utilities & Internet
-5% lower95
Transportation & Gas
+30% higher129.5
Healthcare Services
+16% higher116.2
Education & Schools
+18% higher118
Local Amenities & Nearby Infrastructure (ZIP 98101)
Top Nearby Schools
- •Garfield High School
- •Seattle Central College
Nearby Hospitals & Health
- •Swedish Medical Center First Hill
- •Virginia Mason Medical Center
Nearby Airports
- •Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Tax Structure (ZIP 98101)
Property Tax Rate:0.92%
Combined Sales Tax:10.25%
State Income Tax:0% (No Income Tax)
Climate & Environment
Climate Profile:Oceanic / Pacific Northwest Mild
Average Rainfall:39.3 inches/yr
Average Snowfall:6.3 inches/yr
Geographic Boundary & Centroid Map
Latitude: 47.6085 • Longitude: -122.3364 • Area: 0.8 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 98101
Seattle, Washington
Centroid: 47.6085° N, 122.3364° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 98101
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 98101 is located in Seattle, Washington (WA) in King County.