| ZIP Code | 97051 |
|---|---|
| City | Saint Helens |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Columbia County |
| Area Code | 503/971 |
| Elevation | 246 ft |
| Latitude | 45.888686 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.920711 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 8.2% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 29.4% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 94 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,814 (33.2%) |
| Some College | 2,056 (17.9%) |
| Associates | 2,150 (18.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,441 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,933 (16.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,837 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $369,300 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,258/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,804 |
| Vacant Units | 257 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,804 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 257 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
ZIP code 97051 is located in Saint Helens, Oregon, within Columbia County. With a population of 17,589, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.6 years. Economically, 97051 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,837 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97051 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $369,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,258 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 97051 is primarily White (83.50%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.2%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97051 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 97051 in Saint Helens, OR is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,589 residents, a median household income of $85,837, and a median home value of $369,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.