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ZIP 98208

Part of Everett, WA
Pop. 60,915·Snohomish County·125th most expensive ZIP in Washington
Median rent (all units)
$1,980/mo
Year-over-Year
-1.7%
Month-over-Month
+2.5%
vs US Median
+$15
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ZIP 98208 · $1,980
More expensive than 59% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,920
1 BR
$1,980
2 BR
$2,310
3 BR
$3,020
4 BR+
$3,550
Research median
$2,310/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$23,760/yr
At $1,980/mo median
Location
StateWA
CountySnohomish County
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (1.7% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (-1.7% YoY, +2.5% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 98208 (Everett, WA) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 34.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
60,915
Median income
$103,705
Median age
37.4
Renters
30.5%
Age distribution
22%
23.6%
28.8%
14.2%
Under 1822%
18–3423.6%
35–5428.8%
55–6411.4%
65+14.2%
Gender
52.2%
47.8%
Male52.2%
Female47.8%
Race & ethnicity
54.6%
14.1%
18.2%
White54.6%
Black5.6%
Hispanic14.1%
Asian18.2%
Other7.4%
Education (25+)
22.8%
34.4%
34.4%
No HS diploma8.4%
HS diploma22.8%
Some college34.4%
Bachelor's+34.4%
Housing tenure
69.5%
30.5%
Owner69.5%
Renter30.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 98208 in Everett, WA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,595 → $1,980
up 24.1%
Income
$92,578 → $103,705
up 12.0%
Population
60,087 → 60,915
up 1.4%
Renter share
30.8% → 30.5%
-0.3 pts
Bachelor's+
33.6% → 34.4%
+0.8 pts
Median age
36.9 → 37.4
+0.5 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 98208 in Everett, WA has increased from $1,595 to $1,980, a 24.1% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 98208 in Everett, WA now reports about $103,705, up from $92,578 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.4% since 2021, moving from about 60,087 residents to roughly 60,915. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 98208 in Everett, WA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 98208 covers Everett, WA. The median rent here is $1,980/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,980/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,310/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($103,705/yr), ZIP 98208 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.7% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 98208?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 98208 (Everett, WA) is $1,980. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 98208 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 98208's median rent of $1,980/mo is $15 (1%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 98208 compare to other ZIPs in Washington?

ZIP 98208 falls in the middle range for Washington, ranking #125 out of 209 ZIPs at $1,980/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 98208?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $79,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,980/mo in ZIP 98208. The local median household income is $103,705/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 98208?

Rent in ZIP 98208 has decreased 1.7% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 98208 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 98208 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,980/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($103,705/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 98208 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 98208 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.5% of ZIP 98208 households are renters, while 69.5% are owner-occupied. ZIP 98208 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 98208 compare to the rest of Everett?

ZIP 98208 is pricier than Everett as a whole. At $1,980/mo, it's $34 above the Everett citywide median of $1,946/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 98208 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 98208 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,980/mo, rent takes ~23% of ZIP 98208's median household income ($103,705/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 98208 23%Benchmark 30%
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