| ZIP Code | 97068 |
|---|---|
| City | West Linn |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Clackamas County |
| Area Code | 503/971 |
| Elevation | 73 ft |
| Latitude | 45.351714 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.66902 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 68.7% ▲ 77% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 97 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,790 (8.9%) |
| Some College | 1,631 (8.1%) |
| Associates | 2,759 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,222 (6.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,527 (62.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $145,877 ▲ 91% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $760,900 ▲ 173% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,994/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,656 |
| Vacant Units | 623 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,656 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 623 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
ZIP code 97068 is located in West Linn, Oregon, within Clackamas County. With a population of 30,254, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.7 years. Economically, 97068 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $145,877 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97068 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $760,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,994 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 97068 is primarily White (81.08%). Residents are highly educated — 68.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97068 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 31% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 97068 in West Linn, OR is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,254 residents, a median household income of $145,877, and a median home value of $760,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.