Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
| Below Poverty | 12.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 777 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,064 (22.3%) |
| Some College | 8,430 (15.6%) |
| Associates | 10,180 (18.8%) |
| Bachelors | 5,787 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,854 (31.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,967 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $415,662 ▲ 49% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,325/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 33,767 |
| Vacant Units | 1,818 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Polk County is located in Oregon and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 86,552 residents. With a median age of 37.59, it is a relatively young county.
Polk County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $80,966 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Polk County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $415,662 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,325. Homeownership rates are high at 64.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Polk County are primarily White (74.72%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Polk County, OR is a middle-income area in Oregon. The 7 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97338 | Dallas | 22,977 | $73,345 | $388,100 | $1,197 | 5.2% | 37.7% |
| 97344 | Falls City | 1,464 | $54,018 | $295,500 | $1,073 | 10.9% | 27.0% |
| 97347 | Grand Ronde | 1,483 | $41,250 | $249,500 | $754 | 4.3% | 8.0% |
| 97351 | Independence | 11,384 | $84,717 | $357,700 | $1,592 | 3.1% | 31.4% |
| 97361 | Monmouth | 13,953 | $70,625 | $407,100 | $1,128 | 5.6% | 42.8% |
| 97304 | Salem | 34,846 | $91,731 | $469,500 | $1,441 | 5.3% | 49.3% |