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As of today, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate for ZIP code 98609 is approximately 6.846% (6.880% APR). Rates vary based on your credit score, loan type, down payment, and other factors. Safe Rate updates rates daily using live investor pricing.
View current rates for ZIP code 98609The median home value in ZIP code 98609 is $431k. The median monthly rent is $1,541. Annual property taxes average $4k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Home values in ZIP code 98609 have increased 2.8% over the past two years. The market has been relatively stable. This data is sourced from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index.
Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $1,716/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $74k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in ZIP code 98609 is $95k/year.
Calculate your buying powerThe largest employment sectors in ZIP code 98609 are retail (19%) and public administration (17%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.