| ZIP Code | 97140 |
|---|---|
| City | Sherwood |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 503/971 |
| Elevation | 268 ft |
| Latitude | 45.35308 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.865845 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 3.7% ▼ 64% below avg |
| College Grads | 56.6% ▲ 46% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 157 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,647 (15%) |
| Some College | 1,991 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 2,870 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,473 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,535 (48.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $119,241 ▲ 56% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $618,000 ▲ 122% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,934/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,540 |
| Vacant Units | 262 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,540 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 262 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
ZIP code 97140 is located in Sherwood, Oregon, within Washington County. With a population of 27,999, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.2 years. Economically, 97140 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $119,241 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97140 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $618,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,934 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 97140 is primarily White (79.54%). Residents are well-educated — 56.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.7%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97140 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 97140 in Sherwood, OR is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,999 residents, a median household income of $119,241, and a median home value of $618,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.