98944 — Sunnyside, WA Home Values
Typical home value $322,195 as of August 2026 · 13th of 20 in Yakima, WA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 98944, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 98944 compares in the Yakima, WA area
ZIP code 98944 (Sunnyside, WA) has a typical home value of $322,195 as of August 2026, ranking 13th of 20 ZIP codes tracked in the Yakima, WA area, more expensive than about 40% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +0.9% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +16.8%, from $275,858 in August 2021 to $322,195 in August 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 14.1× the annual rent ($1,900/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 Yakima, WA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Yakima.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 98944 has a population of 24,048, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 82.7% Hispanic or Latino, 15.3% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 0.8% Asian, 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 0.1% two or more races.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kiona-Benton City High School | 1205 Horne Drive, Benton City, WA | 18 mi |
| Kiona-Benton City Middle School | 913 Horne Drive, Benton City, WA | 18.5 mi |
| Kiona-Benton City Elementary | 913 Horne Drive, Benton City, WA | 18.6 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 98944?
$322,195 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 98944 an expensive ZIP code in the Yakima, WA area?
98944 ranks 13th of 20 ZIP codes in the Yakima, WA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 40% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 98944 changed over the past year?
+0.9% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 98944?
The typical home price is 14.1× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,900/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 98944?
24,048, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 98944?
Kiona-Benton City High School (18 mi), Kiona-Benton City Middle School (18.5 mi), Kiona-Benton City Elementary (18.6 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 98944?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Yakima, 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.