ZIP Code 97230, Oregon
ZIP Code 97230 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 97230 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Multnomah County, Oregon. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 43,553. The land area covers 13.97 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43,553 | ±2,709 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.7 yrs | ±2.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,344 | ±811 | 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 | 17,321 | ±857 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,344 | ±811 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 977 | ±335 |
| Median Home Value | $450,700 | ±$7,686 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,620 | ±$67 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,572 | ±$5,783 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,224 | ±$2,958 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.5% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,623 | ±1,221 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 21,068 | ±1,842 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.1% | ±1.9% |
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 | 06-08 | VANCOUVER, WA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Oregon City, 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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Sumner College
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College | 3.6 mi away | 8338 NE Alderwood Road Ste 100, Portland, OR, 97220 |
5039726230
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ROCKWOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 17917 SE STARK ST, PORTLAND, OR, 97233 |
(503) 988-5123
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University of Western States
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College | 3.9 mi away | 8000 NE Tillamook Street, Portland, OR, 97213 |
9714499287
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FAIRVIEW-COLUMBIA LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 1520 NE VILLAGE ST, FAIRVIEW, OR, 97024 |
(503) 988-5123
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Warner Pacific University
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College | 5.5 mi away | 2219 SE 68th Ave, Portland, OR, 97215 |
5035171000
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GREGORY HEIGHTS LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 7921 NE SANDY BLVD, PORTLAND, OR, 97213 |
(503) 988-5123
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Warner Pacific University Professional and Graduate Studies
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College | 5.5 mi away | 2219 SE 68th Ave, Portland, OR, 97215 |
5035171550
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CASCADE PARK COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 600 NE 136TH AVENUE, VANCOUVER, WA, 98684 |
(360) 906-5000
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Portland Fashion Institute
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College | 5.7 mi away | 4301 NE Tillamook, Portland, OR, 97213 |
5039275457
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TROUTDALE LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 2451 SW CHERRY PARK RD., TROUTDALE, OR, 97060 |
(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 WFO, OR US, located 1.6 miles from ZCTA5 97230. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.1° | 36.5° | 41.3° | 6.04" | 1.0" |
| February | 50.5° | 37.2° | 43.9° | 4.53" | 0.9" |
| March | 56.3° | 39.5° | 47.9° | 4.65" | 0.1" |
| April | 62.0° | 43.3° | 52.7° | 3.61" | 0.0" |
| May | 69.3° | 48.4° | 58.9° | 2.76" | 0.0" |
| June | 74.0° | 52.8° | 63.4° | 2.01" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.7° | 57.0° | 69.4° | 0.65" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.9° | 57.3° | 69.6° | 0.62" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.0° | 52.9° | 64.4° | 1.65" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.5° | 46.4° | 55.0° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| November | 52.4° | 40.6° | 46.5° | 6.27" | 0.0" |
| December | 45.7° | 36.1° | 40.9° | 6.96" | 1.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maywood Park city | City | 2.8 mi | — |
| Fairview city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
| Wood Village city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Camas city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Gresham city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Troutdale city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 97230. • 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.