ZIP code 98056
Where is ZIP code 98056?
Renton, Washington
King County · Standard ZIP code
ZIP code 98056 belongs to Renton, Washington in King County. 98056 is a standard ZIP code, so it covers street addresses as well as PO Boxes. It is in the Pacific Time zone and uses area codes 206 and 425. About 35,849 people live in the 98056 area, where the median household income is $113,688. The closest ZIP codes are 98178 (Seattle, 2.7 mi west), 98057 (Renton, 3.1 mi southwest) and 98059 (Renton, 3.1 mi east).
| ZIP code | 98056 |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard ZIP code for street addresses and PO Boxes |
| Status | Active |
| City | Renton |
| Also accepted | Newcastle |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Time zone | Pacific Time · now |
| Area codes | 206, 425 |
| Coordinates | 47.5073, -122.1819 map |
| 3-digit prefix | 980 |
Population and income in 98056
| Population | 35,849 · higher than 89% of Washington ZIP codes |
|---|---|
| People per square mile | 4,741 · higher than 90% of Washington ZIP codes |
| Median age | 39 years · lower than 61% of Washington ZIP codes |
| Men / women | 50% / 50% |
| Median household income | $113,688 · higher than 81% of Washington ZIP codes |
| Income per person | $60,863 |
| Below the poverty line | 7.5% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 44% of adults 25+ |
| Median home value | $797,300 · higher than 89% of Washington ZIP codes |
| Median rent | $2,061 a month |
| Housing units | 15,342 |
| Households | 14,493 (2.46 people on average) |
| Owners / renters | 54% / 46% |
| Land area | 7.56 sq mi (plus 1.54 sq mi of water) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020–2024) for ZIP Code Tabulation Area 98056. Census ZIP areas are close to, but not exactly the same as, USPS delivery areas.
ZIP codes near 98056
| ZIP code | City | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98178 | Seattle, WA | 2.7 mi W | Standard |
| 98057 | Renton, WA | 3.1 mi SW | Standard |
| 98059 | Renton, WA | 3.1 mi E | Standard |
| 98055 | Renton, WA | 3.2 mi S | Standard |
| 98006 | Bellevue, WA | 3.9 mi N | Standard |
| 98040 | Mercer Island, WA | 4.2 mi NW | Standard |
| 98118 | Seattle, WA | 4.9 mi NW | Standard |
| 98058 | Renton, WA | 5.1 mi SE | Standard |
| 98168 | Seattle, WA | 5.7 mi W | Standard |
| 98188 | Seattle, WA | 5.9 mi SW | Standard |
| 98108 | Seattle, WA | 6.5 mi W | Standard |
| 98158 | Seattle, WA | 7.1 mi SW | Standard |
Straight-line distance between ZIP code center points. Find every ZIP code within 10 miles of 98056 or measure the distance to another ZIP code.
How to address mail to 98056
123 MAIN ST
RENTON WA 98056
Put the city, the two-letter state code and the ZIP code on the last line. USPS also accepts NEWCASTLE as the city name for 98056. Avoid Hazelwood, Highlands and Kennydale: USPS doesn’t recognize them as the city for this ZIP code. Adding the 4-digit ZIP+4 code (98056-XXXX) helps mail sort faster but isn’t required.
Other ZIP codes in Renton, WA
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Questions
- What city is ZIP code 98056?
- 98056 is a Renton, Washington ZIP code. Newcastle is also accepted as the city name.
- What county is 98056 in?
- ZIP code 98056 is in King County, Washington.
- What time zone is ZIP code 98056 in?
- 98056 is in the Pacific Time zone (America/Los_Angeles).
- What area code is 98056?
- Phone numbers in ZIP code 98056 use area codes 206 and 425.
- What is the population of ZIP code 98056?
- About 35,849 people live in ZIP code 98056, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
- What is the median income in 98056?
- The median household income in 98056 is $113,688 a year, higher than 81% of Washington ZIP codes.
- What ZIP codes are near 98056?
- The nearest ZIP codes to 98056 are 98178 (Seattle, 2.7 miles), 98057 (Renton, 3.1 miles), 98059 (Renton, 3.1 miles) and 98055 (Renton, 3.2 miles).