RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · WA

ZIP 98312

Pop. 36,307·Kitsap County·90th most expensive ZIP in Washington
Median rent (all units)
$2,111/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.5%
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
+$146
Stable (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 98312 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 98312 · $2,111
More expensive than 66% 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
$1,320
1 BR
$1,460
2 BR
$1,910
3 BR
$2,520
4 BR+
$2,790
Research median
$1,910/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
$25,332/yr
At $2,111/mo median
Location
StateWA
CountyKitsap County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 6.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.5% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 98312 (Bremerton, WA) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 29% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
36,307
Median income
$90,449
Median age
36.8
Renters
36.5%
Age distribution
21.1%
27.1%
25.3%
16.5%
Under 1821.1%
18–3427.1%
35–5425.3%
55–6410%
65+16.5%
Gender
52.3%
47.7%
Male52.3%
Female47.7%
Race & ethnicity
71.1%
13.6%
White71.1%
Black2.8%
Hispanic13.6%
Asian5%
Other7.5%
Education (25+)
22.3%
44%
29%
No HS diploma4.7%
HS diploma22.3%
Some college44%
Bachelor's+29%
Housing tenure
63.5%
36.5%
Owner63.5%
Renter36.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 98312 in Bremerton, WA has changed in 5 years

Income
$71,163 → $90,449
up 27.1%
Population
31,762 → 36,307
up 14.3%
Renter share
37.7% → 36.5%
-1.2 pts
Bachelor's+
24% → 29%
+5.0 pts

Median household income climbed from $71,163 to $90,449 between 2021 and 2024, a 27.1% shift. Census counts show ZIP 98312 in Bremerton, WA adding about 4,545 residents over the five-year window, up 14.3% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 24% to 29% across the same window.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 98312

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 98312

About renting in ZIP 98312

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 98312 covers Bremerton, WA. The median rent here is $2,111/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,460/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,910/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($90,449/yr), ZIP 98312 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 98312?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 98312 (Bremerton, WA) is $2,111. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 98312 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 98312's median rent of $2,111/mo is $146 (7%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 98312 compare to other ZIPs in Washington?

ZIP 98312 falls in the middle range for Washington, ranking #90 out of 209 ZIPs at $2,111/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 98312?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,111/mo in ZIP 98312. The local median household income is $90,449/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 98312?

Rent in ZIP 98312 has increased 6.5% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 98312 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 98312 is considered affordable for renters. At $2,111/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($90,449/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 98312 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 98312 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.5% of ZIP 98312 households are renters, while 63.5% are owner-occupied. ZIP 98312 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 98312 compare to the rest of Bremerton?

ZIP 98312 is pricier than Bremerton as a whole. At $2,111/mo, it's $177 above the Bremerton citywide median of $1,934/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 98312 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 98312 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,111/mo, rent takes ~28% of ZIP 98312's median household income ($90,449/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 98312 28%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 98312 (Bremerton, WA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.