98626 — Kelso, WA Home Values
Typical home value $393,699 as of June 2026 · 7th of 10 in Longview, WA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 98626, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 98626 compares in the Longview, WA area
ZIP code 98626 (Kelso, WA) has a typical home value of $393,699 as of June 2026, ranking 7th of 10 ZIP codes tracked in the Longview, WA area, more expensive than about 40% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +0.2% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +14.8%, from $342,829 in June 2021 to $393,699 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 21.3× the annual rent ($1,542/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Longview, WA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Longview.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 98626 has a population of 26,948, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 83% White, 9.3% Hispanic or Latino, 4.1% two or more races, 1.5% Asian, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.7% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.6% another race, and 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coweeman Middle School | 2000 Allen St, Kelso, WA | 5.8 mi |
| Loowit High School | 2001 Allen St, Kelso, WA | 5.9 mi |
| Butler Acres Elementary | 1609 Burcham St, Kelso, WA | 5.9 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 98626?
$393,699 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 98626 an expensive ZIP code in the Longview, WA area?
98626 ranks 7th of 10 ZIP codes in the Longview, WA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 40% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 98626 changed over the past year?
+0.2% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 98626?
The typical home price is 21.3× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,542/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 98626?
26,948, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 98626?
Coweeman Middle School (5.8 mi), Loowit High School (5.9 mi), Butler Acres Elementary (5.9 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 98626?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Longview, WA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.