The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 98022 sells for about $599,641, or $366 per square foot.
Prices are down 5.2% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 13 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,854 a month.
ZIP 98022 — Enumclaw
The Enumclaw housing market is currently experiencing a correction in pricing, with the median sale price down 5.2% year-over-year to $599,641. Despite the price dip, the market remains competitive with a low median of 13 days on market, driven by limited inventory and steady demand for acreage properties. Buyers are finding slightly more leverage than in previous years, as evidenced by a modest increase in price-cut activity.
This ZIP is ideal for family buyers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking acreage and a small-town atmosphere, though it is less suitable for those requiring a short commute to major urban employment centers.
Median prices moved down 5.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 13 days on market with 3.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.5% · poverty 6.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 98022
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The Enumclaw School District serves the area, generally maintaining stable performance ratings within the regional context.
The area faces moderate wildfire risk due to its proximity to the Cascade foothills and significant forest coverage.
Growth is driven by its role as a gateway to the Cascades and steady demand for acreage properties, though infrastructure expansion remains limited.
Property taxes are assessed by King County and Pierce County based on local levies; there is no state personal income tax in Washington.
Commuting to the Seattle-Tacoma employment core typically requires a 45-60 minute drive via SR 169 or SR 410, as public transit options are minimal.
The area offers extensive access to outdoor recreation including the Green River, Flaming Geyser State Park, and numerous hiking trails in the nearby Cascade foothills.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and steady demand, with a mix of single-family rentals and smaller apartment complexes.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, small business, and its role as a service hub for the surrounding rural communities and outdoor tourism.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with SR 410 and SR 169 serving as the primary corridors for regional access.
Development is primarily focused on low-density residential expansion and maintaining the area's rural character.
Parcels are subject to Enumclaw School District levies and various local fire and utility district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by the area's wildland-urban interface status and regional wildfire exposure.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau and Data Commons.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Sun Top Lookout4.86.5 mi
- Greenwater Lakes Trailhead4.82.9 mi
- Federation Forest State Park4.77.7 mi
- Skookum Falls Viewpoint4.65.2 mi
- Skookum Flats - North Trailhead4.64.1 mi
- Mt. Fremont Fire Lookout4.914.8 mi
- Greenwater Lakes Trailhead4.82.9 mi
- Federation Forest State Park4.77.7 mi
- Skookum Flats - North Trailhead4.64.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A large state park along the Green River known for its unique geological features and hiking trails.
Hosts major local events, fairs, and community gatherings throughout the year.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.