RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · WA

ZIP 98671

Pop. 24,871·Clark County·101st most expensive ZIP in Washington
Median rent (all units)
$2,056/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.0%
Month-over-Month
-6.6%
vs US Median
+$94
Falling (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 98671 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 98671 · $2,056
More expensive than 63% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,962/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,470
1 BR
$1,580
2 BR
$1,800
3 BR
$2,470
4 BR+
$2,900
Research median
$1,800/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$24,672/yr
At $2,056/mo median
Location
StateWA
CountyClark County
Rent Market Meter
Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (up only 8.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.0% YoY, -6.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 98671 (Washougal, WA) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
24,871
Median income
$111,545
Median age
40.8
Renters
23.5%
Age distribution
20.3%
21.5%
28.9%
17.5%
Under 1820.3%
18–3421.5%
35–5428.9%
55–6411.8%
65+17.5%
Gender
49.6%
50.4%
Male49.6%
Female50.4%
Race & ethnicity
82.5%
White82.5%
Black0.7%
Hispanic10.4%
Asian2.7%
Other3.7%
Education (25+)
26.6%
35.4%
31.1%
No HS diploma6.9%
HS diploma26.6%
Some college35.4%
Bachelor's+31.1%
Housing tenure
76.5%
23.5%
Owner76.5%
Renter23.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 98671 in Washougal, WA has changed in 5 years

Income
$97,692 → $111,545
up 14.2%
Population
23,782 → 24,871
up 4.6%
Renter share
19.6% → 23.5%
+3.9 pts
Bachelor's+
30.5% → 31.1%
+0.6 pts

Median household income grew from $97,692 to $111,545 between 2021 and 2024, a 14.2% shift. Headcount in the area went from 23,782 to 24,871 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.6% change. About 23.5% of households rent today, against 19.6% in 2021.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 98671

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 98671

About renting in ZIP 98671

Last updated: August 17, 2026

ZIP code 98671 covers Washougal, WA. The median rent here is $2,056/mo as of August 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,580/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,800/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($111,545/yr), ZIP 98671 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 98671?

As of August 17, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 98671 (Washougal, WA) is $2,056. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 98671 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 98671's median rent of $2,056/mo is $94 (5%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo.

How does ZIP 98671 compare to other ZIPs in Washington?

ZIP 98671 falls in the middle range for Washington, ranking #101 out of 207 ZIPs at $2,056/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 98671?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $82,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,056/mo in ZIP 98671. The local median household income is $111,545/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 98671?

Rent in ZIP 98671 has increased 8.0% over the past year as of August 17, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 98671 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 98671 is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,056/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($111,545/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 98671 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 98671 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.5% of ZIP 98671 households are renters, while 76.5% are owner-occupied. ZIP 98671 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 98671 compare to the rest of Washougal?

ZIP 98671 sits right at the Washougal citywide median of $2,056/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 98671 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 98671 reflects August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
22%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,056/mo, rent takes ~22% of ZIP 98671's median household income ($111,545/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 98671 22%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 98671 (Washougal, WA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.

Add RentDataNow as a preferred source on Google