| ZIP Code | 97301 |
|---|---|
| City | Salem |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Marion County |
| Area Code | 503/971 |
| Elevation | 179 ft |
| Latitude | 44.951839 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -123.006246 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 18.7% ▲ 87% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.3% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 35% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,159 (3.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,004 (25.3%) |
| Some College | 6,428 (20.3%) |
| Associates | 6,118 (19.4%) |
| Bachelors | 3,324 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,572 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,497 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $310,800 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 70% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,197/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 21,419 |
| Vacant Units | 1,004 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 21,419 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,004 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 97301 is located in Salem, Oregon, within Marion County. With a population of 56,274, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.7 years. Economically, 97301 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,497 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97301 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $310,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,197 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.2%) and renters (56.8%). Median home values have increased by 70% since 2019.
The population of 97301 is majority White (54.79%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.7%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97301 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 97301 in Salem, OR is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 56,274 residents, a median household income of $57,497, and a median home value of $310,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.