ZIP Code 98332

Households in ZIP code 98332, near Tacoma, report a median income of $135,330, with per-capita income at $72,321. A median home value of $748,200 meets an effective property tax rate of 0.91% at the county level, a combination that shapes annual housing costs considerably. Add the 9.20% combined sales tax, and everyday purchases carry a noticeable premium. Together these figures sketch a profile where earning power is strong but both property and consumption taxes draw steadily on income, so buyers weighing a move here should factor in the full picture of ownership and daily spending rather than the sticker price alone.