| ZIP Code | 97739 |
|---|---|
| City | La Pine |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Deschutes County |
| Area Code | 541 |
| Elevation | 4,476 ft |
| Latitude | 43.672452 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.488187 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 53.7 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 13.2% ▲ 32% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.9% ▲ 41% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 115 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,443 (34%) |
| Some College | 1,501 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 2,167 (21.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,003 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,886 (18.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,256 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $327,500 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,144/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,929 |
| Vacant Units | 1,244 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,929 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,244 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 97739 is located in La Pine, Oregon, within Deschutes County. With a population of 13,178, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 53.7 years. Economically, 97739 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,256 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 97739 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $327,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,144 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 97739 is primarily White (91.21%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.2%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 97739 stands at 6.9%, which is above the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 97739 in La Pine, OR is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,178 residents, a median household income of $56,256, and a median home value of $327,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Oregon.