ZIP Code 97053, Oregon
ZIP Code 97053 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 97053 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Columbia County, Oregon. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,634. The land area covers 12.81 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,634 | ±783 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 55.7 yrs | ±5.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,477 | ±255 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,477 | ±255 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,477 | ±255 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $527,300 | ±$71,040 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $142,538 | ±$38,716 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,671 | ±$6,865 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.2% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 79 | ±83 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±2.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,847 | ±660 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.5% | ±6.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 54,063 (2024)
ID: 173611
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: LAND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR
230 STRAND ST, SAINT HELENS OR 97051
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | VANCOUVER, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Banks, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Banks, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Banks, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | VANCOUVER, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | VANCOUVER, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-12 | Vancouver, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Columbia City, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Woodland, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | VANCOUVER, WA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Clark College
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College | 17.4 mi away | 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA, 98663-3598 |
3609922000
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ST. HELENS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 375 S 18TH ST, STE A, ST. HELENS, OR, 97051 |
(503) 397-4544
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International Air and Hospitality Academy
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College Vocational | 18.1 mi away | 2901 E Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98661 |
3606952500
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SCAPPOOSE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 52469 SE 2ND ST, SCAPPOOSE, OR, 97056 |
(503) 543-7123
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Aveda Institute Portland-Vancouver Campus
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College Vocational | 18.5 mi away | 6615 North East 4th Plain Boulevard, Vancouver, WA, 98661-7264 |
3603260567382
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RIDGEFIELD COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 210 NORTH MAIN AVENUE, RIDGEFIELD, WA, 98642 |
(360) 906-4770
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University of Portland
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College | 19.2 mi away | 5000 N Willamette Blvd, Portland, OR, 97203-5798 |
5039438000
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WOODLAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 411 LAKESHORE DRIVE, WOODLAND, WA, 98674 |
(360) 906-4830
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Stylemaster College of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 21.4 mi away | 1224 Commerce Ave., Longview, WA, 98632-3027 |
3606362720
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LA CENTER COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 1411 NE LOCKWOOD CREEK ROAD, LA CENTER, WA, 98629 |
(360) 906-4760
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SCAPPOOSE IND AP, OR US, located 4.0 miles from ZCTA5 97053. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.8° | 33.8° | 40.3° | 6.54" | — |
| February | 51.2° | 34.2° | 42.7° | 4.62" | — |
| March | 56.3° | 36.9° | 46.6° | 4.54" | — |
| April | 61.0° | 39.9° | 50.5° | 3.08" | — |
| May | 68.2° | 46.2° | 57.2° | 2.49" | — |
| June | 73.1° | 50.6° | 61.8° | 1.37" | — |
| July | 81.0° | 54.5° | 67.7° | 0.48" | — |
| August | 82.0° | 54.4° | 68.2° | 0.52" | — |
| September | 76.3° | 49.8° | 63.0° | 1.56" | — |
| October | 63.6° | 42.8° | 53.2° | 3.60" | — |
| November | 52.6° | 37.0° | 44.8° | 6.26" | — |
| December | 46.1° | 33.7° | 39.9° | 7.25" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warren CDP | CDP | 0.8 mi | — |
| St. Helens city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Scappoose city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Columbia City city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Deer Island CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Woodland city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 97053. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.