| ZIP Code | 97456 |
|---|---|
| City | Monroe |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Benton County |
| Area Code | 541 |
| Elevation | 291 ft |
| Latitude | 44.343303 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -123.355 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 21.5% ▲ 115% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 14.1% ▲ 188% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 12 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 598 (30.4%) |
| Some College | 245 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 392 (19.9%) |
| Bachelors | 189 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 529 (26.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,250 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $372,100 ▲ 33% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,189/mo ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,243 |
| Vacant Units | 56 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,243 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 56 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
ZIP code 97456 is located in Monroe, Oregon, within Benton County. With a population of 3,278, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.5 years. Economically, 97456 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,250 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97456 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $372,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,189 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 97456 is majority White (67.60%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.5%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97456 stands at 14.1%, which is more than double the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 97456 in Monroe, OR is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,278 residents, a median household income of $66,250, and a median home value of $372,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.