ZIP Code 97221, Oregon
ZIP Code 97221 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 97221 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Multnomah County / Washington County, Oregon. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,915. The land area covers 4.41 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,915 | ±872 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,230 | ±300 | 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 | 5,544 | ±294 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,230 | ±300 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 314 | ±147 |
| Median Home Value | $821,400 | ±$41,879 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,738 | ±$116 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $145,671 | ±$14,621 |
| Per Capita Income | $87,696 | ±$8,457 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 851 | ±240 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,532 | ±558 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.4% | ±2.6% |
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: 795,897 (2024)
ID: 173621
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CHIEF FINACE OFFICER
501 SE HAWTHORNE BLVD, STE 600, PORTLAND OR 97214-3588
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Portland, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Happy Valley, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Portland, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Portland, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Tigard, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Milwaukie, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Portland, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Portland, OR | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Oregon City, OR | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Portland, OR |
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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Oregon Health & Science University
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College | 2.2 mi away | 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd, Portland, OR, 97239-3098 |
5034947800
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WEST SLOPE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 3678 SW 78TH AVE, PORTLAND, OR, 97225 |
(503) 292-6416
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Portland State University
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College | 2.4 mi away | 724 SW Harrison St., Portland, OR, 97201 |
5037253000
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HILLSDALE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 1525 SW SUNSET BLVD, PORTLAND, OR, 97239 |
(503) 988-5123
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National University of Natural Medicine
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College | 2.6 mi away | 49 S Porter St., Portland, OR, 97201-4848 |
5035521555
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GARDEN HOME COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 7475 SW OLESON RD, PORTLAND, OR, 97223 |
(503) 245-9932
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East West College of the Healing Arts
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College Vocational | 2.7 mi away | 1515 SW Fifth Avenue, Suite 400, Portland, OR, 97201-0000 |
5032336500
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NORTHWEST LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 2300 NW THURMAN ST, PORTLAND, OR, 97210 |
(503) 988-5123
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Portland Actors Conservatory
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College | 2.7 mi away | 1410 SW Morrison St., Portland, OR, 97205 |
5032741717
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CAPITOL HILL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 10723 SW CAPITOL HWY, PORTLAND, OR, 97219 |
(503) 988-5123
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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 PORTLAND KGW-TV, OR US, located 2.5 miles from ZCTA5 97221. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.9° | 37.3° | 42.1° | 6.36" | 1.3" |
| February | 50.5° | 38.8° | 44.7° | 4.74" | 1.4" |
| March | 55.8° | 40.9° | 48.3° | 4.83" | 0.0" |
| April | 60.7° | 44.2° | 52.5° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| May | 68.0° | 49.4° | 58.7° | 2.58" | 0.0" |
| June | 72.9° | 53.3° | 63.1° | 1.49" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.3° | 57.9° | 69.1° | 0.43" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.6° | 58.6° | 69.6° | 0.54" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.9° | 55.1° | 65.0° | 1.58" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.9° | 47.9° | 55.4° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| November | 52.3° | 41.6° | 46.9° | 6.58" | 0.0" |
| December | 45.9° | 37.3° | 41.6° | 7.35" | 0.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh Hills CDP | CDP | 1.5 mi | — |
| West Slope CDP | CDP | 2.1 mi | — |
| West Haven-Sylvan CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Garden Home-Whitford CDP | CDP | 2.7 mi | — |
| Metzger CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Cedar Hills CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 97221. • 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.