| ZIP Code | 97229 |
|---|---|
| City | Portland |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 503/971 |
| Elevation | 263 ft |
| Latitude | 45.549242 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.809952 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.74 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 73.2% ▲ 89% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 239 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,801 (10.4%) |
| Some College | 2,230 (4.8%) |
| Associates | 5,045 (11%) |
| Bachelors | 2,675 (5.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 31,003 (67.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $159,863 ▲ 109% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $728,800 ▲ 161% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,948/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 28,312 |
| Vacant Units | 780 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 28,312 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 780 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
ZIP code 97229 is located in Portland, Oregon, within Washington County. With a population of 75,626, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.8 years. Economically, 97229 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $159,863 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97229 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $728,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,948 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 97229 is majority White (57.60%). Residents are highly educated — 73.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97229 stands at 5.1%, 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 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 97229 in Portland, OR is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 75,626 residents, a median household income of $159,863, and a median home value of $728,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.