RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · WA

ZIP 98177

Pop. 21,090·King County·5th most expensive ZIP in Washington
Median rent (all units)
$3,377/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+13.1%
vs US Median
+$1,412
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 98177 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 98177 · $3,377
More expensive than 94% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,200
1 BR
$2,270
2 BR
$2,650
3 BR
$3,470
4 BR+
$4,080
Research median
$2,650/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$40,524/yr
At $3,377/mo median
Location
StateWA
CountyKing County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +13.1% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 98177 (Shoreline, WA) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 67.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,090
Median income
$169,918
Median age
45.8
Renters
13%
Age distribution
21%
13.1%
30.6%
14.1%
21.2%
Under 1821%
18–3413.1%
35–5430.6%
55–6414.1%
65+21.2%
Gender
49%
51%
Male49%
Female51%
Race & ethnicity
75.3%
White75.3%
Black2.4%
Hispanic4.2%
Asian9.1%
Other9%
Education (25+)
19.4%
67.6%
No HS diploma2.5%
HS diploma10.5%
Some college19.4%
Bachelor's+67.6%
Housing tenure
87%
13%
Owner87%
Renter13%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 98177 in Shoreline, WA has changed in 5 years

Income
$138,401 → $169,918
up 22.8%
Population
20,561 → 21,090
up 2.6%
Renter share
15.8% → 13%
-2.8 pts
Bachelor's+
68.2% → 67.6%
-0.6 pts

Household income in the area moved from $138,401 to $169,918 across the same window, up 22.8% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 20,561 to 21,090 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.6% change. About 13% of households rent today, against 15.8% in 2021.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 98177

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 98177

About renting in ZIP 98177

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 98177 covers Shoreline, WA. The median rent here is $3,377/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,270/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,650/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($169,918/yr), ZIP 98177 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 98177?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 98177 (Shoreline, WA) is $3,377. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 98177 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 98177's median rent of $3,377/mo is $1,412 (72%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 98177 compare to other ZIPs in Washington?

ZIP 98177 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Washington, ranking #5 out of 209 ZIPs tracked at $3,377/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 98177?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $135,000/year (~$65/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,377/mo in ZIP 98177. The local median household income is $169,918/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 98177?

Rent in ZIP 98177 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 98177 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 98177 is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,377/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($169,918/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 98177 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 98177 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 13% of ZIP 98177 households are renters, while 87% are owner-occupied. ZIP 98177 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 98177 compare to the rest of Shoreline?

ZIP 98177 is pricier than Shoreline as a whole. At $3,377/mo, it's $1,335 above the Shoreline citywide median of $2,042/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 98177 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 98177 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,377/mo, rent takes ~24% of ZIP 98177's median household income ($169,918/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 98177 24%Benchmark 30%
State income taxNone
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 98177 (Shoreline, WA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.