| ZIP Code | 97837 |
|---|---|
| City | Hereford |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Baker County |
| Area Code | 541 |
| Elevation | 3,695 ft |
| Latitude | 44.519548 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.061902 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 41001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 61.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.42 |
| Below Poverty | 35.2% ▲ 252% above avg |
| College Grads | 8.9% ▼ 77% below avg |
| Unemployment | 14.8% ▲ 203% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 16 (28.6%) |
| Some College | 13 (23.2%) |
| Associates | 22 (39.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3 (5.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2 (3.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Total Units | 67 |
|---|---|
| Vacant Units | 17 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 67 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 17 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.42 |
ZIP code 97837 is located in Hereford, Oregon, within Baker County. With a population of 71, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61.2 years.
The population of 97837 is primarily White (85.92%). Residents are less-educated — 8.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 35.2%.
The unemployment rate in 97837 stands at 14.8%, which is more than double the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 97837 in Hereford, OR is characterized as less-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied.