| ZIP Code | 97049 |
|---|---|
| City | Rhododendron |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Clackamas County |
| Area Code | 503/971 |
| Elevation | 2,027 ft |
| Latitude | 45.370656 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.87327 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.7 yrs ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.10 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 37% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.3% ▲ 35% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 206 (13%) |
| Some College | 183 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 365 (23.1%) |
| Bachelors | 254 (16.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 573 (36.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,862 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $471,500 ▲ 69% above avg ↑ 73% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,977/mo ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,164 |
| Vacant Units | 1,220 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,164 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,220 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
ZIP code 97049 is located in Rhododendron, Oregon, within Clackamas County. With a population of 2,015, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.7 years. Economically, 97049 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,862 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97049 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $471,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,977 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 73% since 2019.
The population of 97049 is primarily White (91.17%). Residents are well-educated — 52.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97049 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 97049 in Rhododendron, OR is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,015 residents, a median household income of $89,862, and a median home value of $471,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.