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ZIP 98632

Part of Longview, WA
Pop. 50,635·Cowlitz County·205th most expensive ZIP in Washington
Median rent (all units)
$1,302/mo
Year-over-Year
-0.8%
Month-over-Month
-2.0%
vs US Median
-$663
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 98632 · $1,302
More affordable than 87% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,000
1 BR
$1,200
2 BR
$1,450
3 BR
$2,020
4 BR+
$2,430
Research median
$1,450/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
$15,624/yr
At $1,302/mo median
Location
StateWA
CountyCowlitz County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 0.8% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-0.8% YoY, -2.0% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 98632 (Longview, WA) is majority owner-occupied, 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
50,635
Median income
$66,305
Median age
40.3
Renters
39.2%
Age distribution
21.6%
21.9%
23.3%
13.7%
19.6%
Under 1821.6%
18–3421.9%
35–5423.3%
55–6413.7%
65+19.6%
Gender
49.6%
50.4%
Male49.6%
Female50.4%
Race & ethnicity
81.3%
13.3%
White81.3%
Black0.5%
Hispanic13.3%
Asian1.6%
Other3.4%
Education (25+)
31.9%
40.8%
16.9%
No HS diploma10.5%
HS diploma31.9%
Some college40.8%
Bachelor's+16.9%
Housing tenure
60.8%
39.2%
Owner60.8%
Renter39.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 98632 in Longview, WA has changed in 5 years

Income
$55,275 → $66,305
up 20.0%
Population
50,944 → 50,635
down 0.6%
Renter share
41.7% → 39.2%
-2.5 pts
Bachelor's+
15.6% → 16.9%
+1.3 pts
Median age
39.6 → 40.3
+0.7 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $55,275 in 2021 to $66,305 more recently. About 39.2% of households rent today, against 41.7% in 2021.

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About renting in ZIP 98632

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 98632 covers Longview, WA. The median rent here is $1,302/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,200/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,450/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($66,305/yr), ZIP 98632 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 98632?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 98632 (Longview, WA) is $1,302. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 98632 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 98632's median rent of $1,302/mo is $663 (34%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 98632 compare to other ZIPs in Washington?

ZIP 98632 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Washington, ranking #205 out of 209 ZIPs at $1,302/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 98632?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $52,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,302/mo in ZIP 98632. The local median household income is $66,305/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 98632?

Rent in ZIP 98632 has decreased 0.8% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 98632 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 98632 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,302/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($66,305/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 98632 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 98632 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.2% of ZIP 98632 households are renters, while 60.8% are owner-occupied. ZIP 98632 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 98632 compare to the rest of Longview?

ZIP 98632 is pricier than Longview as a whole. At $1,302/mo, it's $6 above the Longview citywide median of $1,296/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 98632 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 98632 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,302/mo, rent takes ~24% of ZIP 98632's median household income ($66,305/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 98632 24%Benchmark 30%
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