| ZIP Code | 97215 |
|---|---|
| City | Portland |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Multnomah County |
| Area Code | 503 |
| Elevation | 352 ft |
| Latitude | 45.51505 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.597392 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41051 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 68.9% ▲ 78% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 95 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,424 (10.5%) |
| Some College | 895 (6.6%) |
| Associates | 1,791 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 668 (4.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,659 (64%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $114,361 ▲ 50% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $658,500 ▲ 136% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,587/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,855 |
| Vacant Units | 186 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,855 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 186 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 97215 is located in Portland, Oregon, within Multnomah County. With a population of 17,849, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.9 years. Economically, 97215 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $114,361 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97215 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $658,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,587 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 97215 is primarily White (78.89%). Residents are highly educated — 68.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.6%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97215 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 34% — 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 44%.
Overall, ZIP code 97215 in Portland, OR is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,849 residents, a median household income of $114,361, and a median home value of $658,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.