| ZIP Code | 97402 |
|---|---|
| City | Eugene |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Lane County |
| Area Code | 541 |
| Elevation | 382 ft |
| Latitude | 44.047736 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -123.230905 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41039 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 17.9% ▲ 79% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.0% ▲ 43% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 359 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,555 (24.3%) |
| Some College | 5,976 (17%) |
| Associates | 6,952 (19.8%) |
| Bachelors | 4,108 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,203 (26.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,743 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $330,000 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,287/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 23,882 |
| Vacant Units | 805 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 23,882 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 805 |
| Owner Occupied | 49.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 50.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 97402 is located in Eugene, Oregon, within Lane County. With a population of 54,199, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.2 years. Economically, 97402 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,743 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97402 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $330,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,287 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.4%) and renters (50.6%). Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 97402 is primarily White (71.81%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.9%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97402 stands at 7.0%, which is above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 97402 in Eugene, OR is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 54,199 residents, a median household income of $55,743, and a median home value of $330,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.