| ZIP Code | 97498 |
|---|---|
| City | Yachats |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Lincoln County |
| Area Code | 458/541 |
| Elevation | 1,480 ft |
| Latitude | 44.273368 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -124.009002 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41041 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 58.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.95 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.3% ▲ 48% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 148 (9.4%) |
| Some College | 186 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 328 (20.9%) |
| Bachelors | 179 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 721 (45.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,213 ≈ Avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $483,900 ▲ 74% above avg ↑ 90% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $893/mo ↓ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,769 |
| Vacant Units | 748 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.95 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,769 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 748 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.95 |
ZIP code 97498 is located in Yachats, Oregon, within Lincoln County. With a population of 2,141, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 58.2 years. Economically, 97498 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,213 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97498 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $483,900 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $893 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 90% since 2019.
The population of 97498 is primarily White (83.93%). Residents are well-educated — 57.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97498 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 30% — 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 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 97498 in Yachats, OR is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,141 residents, a median household income of $71,213, and a median home value of $483,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.