| ZIP Code | 97203 |
|---|---|
| City | Portland |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Multnomah County |
| Area Code | 503/971 |
| Elevation | 11 ft |
| Latitude | 45.603552 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.737916 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41051 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 18.3% ▲ 83% above avg |
| College Grads | 53.9% ▲ 39% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 427 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,418 (16.6%) |
| Some College | 2,272 (11%) |
| Associates | 3,397 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,373 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,743 (47.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,619 ≈ Avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $468,600 ▲ 68% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,551/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,462 |
| Vacant Units | 521 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,462 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 521 |
| Owner Occupied | 58.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 41.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 97203 is located in Portland, Oregon, within Multnomah County. With a population of 33,159, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 97203 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,619 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97203 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $468,600 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,551 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.9%) and renters (41.1%). Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 97203 is majority White (54.90%). Residents are well-educated — 53.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.3%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97203 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 55%.
Overall, ZIP code 97203 in Portland, OR is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 33,159 residents, a median household income of $77,619, and a median home value of $468,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.