| ZIP Code | 97230 |
|---|---|
| City | Portland |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Multnomah County |
| Area Code | 971 |
| Elevation | 9 ft |
| Latitude | 45.557757 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.505268 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41051 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 15.2% ▲ 52% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 796 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,268 (25.9%) |
| Some College | 4,510 (16%) |
| Associates | 4,422 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,787 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,333 (29.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,582 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $435,800 ▲ 56% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,511/mo ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,190 |
| Vacant Units | 1,048 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,190 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,048 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
ZIP code 97230 is located in Portland, Oregon, within Multnomah County. With a population of 41,682, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.2 years. Economically, 97230 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,582 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97230 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $435,800 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,511 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 97230 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 49.4%. Residents are moderately educated — 39.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.2%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97230 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 97230 in Portland, OR is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 41,682 residents, a median household income of $70,582, and a median home value of $435,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.