ZIP code 98003
Where is ZIP code 98003?
Federal Way, Washington
King County · Standard ZIP code
ZIP code 98003 belongs to Federal Way, Washington in King County. 98003 is a standard ZIP code, so it covers street addresses as well as PO Boxes. It is in the Pacific Time zone and uses area code 253. About 51,619 people live in the 98003 area, where the median household income is $75,319. The closest ZIP codes are 98063 (Federal Way, 0.1 mi north), 98001 (Auburn, 2.3 mi east) and 98023 (Federal Way, 2.4 mi west).
| ZIP code | 98003 |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard ZIP code for street addresses and PO Boxes |
| Status | Active |
| City | Federal Way |
| Also accepted | Auburn |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King County |
| Time zone | Pacific Time · now |
| Area code | 253 |
| Coordinates | 47.3203, -122.3117 map |
| 3-digit prefix | 980 |
Population and income in 98003
| Population | 51,619 · higher than 98% of Washington ZIP codes |
|---|---|
| People per square mile | 4,488 · higher than 89% of Washington ZIP codes |
| Median age | 35.7 years · lower than 80% of Washington ZIP codes |
| Men / women | 50% / 50% |
| Median household income | $75,319 · lower than 63% of Washington ZIP codes |
| Income per person | $35,775 |
| Below the poverty line | 16% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 28% of adults 25+ |
| Median home value | $476,600 · higher than 56% of Washington ZIP codes |
| Median rent | $1,723 a month |
| Housing units | 19,754 |
| Households | 18,786 (2.71 people on average) |
| Owners / renters | 47% / 53% |
| Land area | 11.5 sq mi (plus 0.08 sq mi of water) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020–2024) for ZIP Code Tabulation Area 98003. Census ZIP areas are close to, but not exactly the same as, USPS delivery areas.
ZIP codes near 98003
| ZIP code | City | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98063 | Federal Way, WA | 0.1 mi N | PO Box only |
| 98001 | Auburn, WA | 2.3 mi E | Standard |
| 98023 | Federal Way, WA | 2.4 mi W | Standard |
| 98071 | Auburn, WA | 4 mi E | PO Box only |
| 98032 | Kent, WA | 4.1 mi N | Standard |
| 98422 | Tacoma, WA | 4.4 mi SW | Standard |
| 98047 | Pacific, WA | 4.9 mi SE | Standard |
| 98354 | Milton, WA | 5 mi S | Standard |
| 98198 | Seattle, WA | 5 mi N | Standard |
| 98002 | Auburn, WA | 5 mi E | Standard |
| 98035 | Kent, WA | 5.5 mi NE | PO Box only |
| 98064 | Kent, WA | 5.5 mi NE | PO Box only |
Straight-line distance between ZIP code center points. Find every ZIP code within 10 miles of 98003 or measure the distance to another ZIP code.
How to address mail to 98003
123 MAIN ST
FEDERAL WAY WA 98003
Put the city, the two-letter state code and the ZIP code on the last line. USPS also accepts AUBURN as the city name for 98003. Adding the 4-digit ZIP+4 code (98003-XXXX) helps mail sort faster but isn’t required.
Other ZIP codes in Federal Way, WA
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Questions
- What city is ZIP code 98003?
- 98003 is a Federal Way, Washington ZIP code. Auburn is also accepted as the city name.
- What county is 98003 in?
- ZIP code 98003 is in King County, Washington.
- What time zone is ZIP code 98003 in?
- 98003 is in the Pacific Time zone (America/Los_Angeles).
- What area code is 98003?
- Phone numbers in ZIP code 98003 use area code 253.
- What is the population of ZIP code 98003?
- About 51,619 people live in ZIP code 98003, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
- What is the median income in 98003?
- The median household income in 98003 is $75,319 a year, lower than 63% of Washington ZIP codes.
- What ZIP codes are near 98003?
- The nearest ZIP codes to 98003 are 98063 (Federal Way, 0.1 miles), 98001 (Auburn, 2.3 miles), 98023 (Federal Way, 2.4 miles) and 98071 (Auburn, 4 miles).