| ZIP Code | 97038 |
|---|---|
| City | Molalla |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Clackamas County |
| Area Code | 503 |
| Elevation | 1,333 ft |
| Latitude | 45.095438 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.558954 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.0 yrs ↓ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.77 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 33.5% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 120 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,512 (32.2%) |
| Some College | 1,815 (16.6%) |
| Associates | 1,806 (16.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,368 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,282 (20.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,585 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $452,200 ▲ 62% above avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,497/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,423 |
| Vacant Units | 303 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.77 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,423 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 303 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.77 |
ZIP code 97038 is located in Molalla, Oregon, within Clackamas County. With a population of 17,100, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35 years. Economically, 97038 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,585 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97038 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $452,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,497 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 47% since 2019.
The population of 97038 is primarily White (86.32%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97038 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 97038 in Molalla, OR is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,100 residents, a median household income of $87,585, and a median home value of $452,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.