97230 ZIP Code — Portland, OR
Multnomah County, Oregon
ZIP code 97230 is located in Portland, Oregon, within Multnomah County. It covers approximately 13.92 square miles and serves a population of 41,799 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Pacific (PT) timezone, served by area code 971.
About ZIP code 97230
The housing stock consists of a mix of housing types. Most homes were built in the 1960s, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $415,400. Owner-occupancy sits near the national average at 63%.
Median household income is $68,224. 32% of households receive Social Security income, suggesting a notable retiree or disability population.
The dominant occupation class is management, business, and professional, with education and healthcare as the leading industry. The average commute of 25 minutes is near the national average.
Educational attainment is near the national average, with 29% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
41,799
population
13.92
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Pacific (PT)
timezone
97230 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 97230
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 97230. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Portland | Acceptable |
| Portland | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
97220 Portland (2.7 mi)
98683 Vancouver (2.9 mi)
97250 Portland (3 mi)
97252 Portland (3.1 mi)
97024 Fairview (3.3 mi)
97233 Portland (3.4 mi)
97216 Portland (4.4 mi)
98684 Vancouver (4.7 mi)
97218 Portland (4.9 mi)
97213 Portland (5.1 mi)
97030 Gresham (5.1 mi)
98664 Vancouver (5.3 mi)
Demographics
updated 07/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 41,799 |
| Population density | 3,003 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 41 |
| County FIPS | 051 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 13.92 sq mi |
| Water area | 5.53 sq mi |
| Latitude | 45.5624 |
| Longitude | -122.5017 |
| Timezone | Pacific (PT) |
| Area code | 971 |
Total population by age
Gender
Race & ethnicity
Economics
updated 07/2026
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 43.8% | 35.5% | 38.1% |
| $50k – $100k | 31.1% | 29.6% | 31.4% |
| $100k – $200k | 20.7% | 25.1% | 23.2% |
| Over $200k | 4.4% | 9.8% | 7.2% |
Demographics & statistics
41,799
Population
3,003
People per sq mi
39.0
Median age
$68,224
Median household income
$35,469
Per capita income
$415,400
Median home value
$1,427
Median monthly rent
63.1%
Home ownership
14.1%
Poverty rate
5.5%
Unemployment
11,268
Housing units
29.3%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
1,230
Under 5
1,146
1,097
5–9
1,022
1,076
10–14
1,001
1,214
15–19
1,131
1,283
20–24
1,195
3,528
25–34
3,285
3,046
35–44
2,837
2,400
45–54
2,234
1,456
55–59
1,355
1,398
60–64
1,302
2,086
65–74
1,942
1,242
75–84
1,157
588
85+
548
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 7,964 | 19.1% |
| 18 and over | 33,835 | 80.9% |
| 65 and over | 7,563 | 18.1% |
| Median age | 39.0 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
52.4%
Asian
10.9%
Hispanic or Latino
10.8%
Two or more races
10.3%
Black or African American
8.1%
Other race
5.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
1.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.5%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 24,578 | 52.4% |
| Asian | 5,111 | 10.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5,086 | 10.8% |
| Two or more races | 4,831 | 10.3% |
| Black or African American | 3,819 | 8.1% |
| Other race | 2,628 | 5.6% |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 606 | 1.3% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 226 | 0.5% |
Household income
| Income range | This ZIP | County avg | State avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $50k | 43.8% | 35.5% | 38.1% |
| $50k – $100k | 31.1% | 29.6% | 31.4% |
| $100k – $200k | 20.7% | 25.1% | 23.2% |
| Over $200k | 4.4% | 9.8% | 7.2% |
Under $10k
4.1%
$10k–$15k
3.9%
$15k–$25k
7.9%
$25k–$35k
7.8%
$35k–$50k
13.0%
$50k–$75k
18.1%
$75k–$100k
12.8%
$100k–$150k
17.1%
$150k–$200k
8.5%
$200k+
6.9%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| Under $10k | 4.1% |
| $10k–$15k | 3.9% |
| $15k–$25k | 7.9% |
| $25k–$35k | 7.8% |
| $35k–$50k | 13.0% |
| $50k–$75k | 18.1% |
| $75k–$100k | 12.8% |
| $100k–$150k | 17.1% |
| $150k–$200k | 8.5% |
| $200k+ | 6.9% |
| Median income | $68,224 |
Housing
Home values
Under $50k
2.6%
$50k–$100k
1.1%
$100k–$150k
0.3%
$150k–$200k
3.1%
$200k–$300k
11.6%
$300k–$500k
63.2%
$500k–$1M
18.1%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $415,400 |
| Median rent / month | $1,427 |
| Owner occupied | 63.1% |
| Renter occupied | 36.9% |
| Vacant | 5.9% |
| Single-family detached | 62.3% |
| Large apartment buildings | 13.8% |
| Mobile homes | 0.8% |
| Median rooms | 5.4 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 2.48 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 0.3% |
| 2010–2019 | 4.0% |
| 2000–2009 | 8.8% |
| 1990–1999 | 13.8% |
| 1980–1989 | 15.6% |
| 1970–1979 | 18.9% |
| 1960–1969 | 21.3% |
| 1950–1959 | 13.6% |
| 1940–1949 | 2.3% |
| 1939 or earlier | 1.4% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 4.3% |
| 1 bedroom | 9.1% |
| 2 bedrooms | 28.2% |
| 3 bedrooms | 38.6% |
| 4 bedrooms | 16.4% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.3% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 7.9% |
| 1 vehicle | 39.7% |
| 2 vehicles | 31.7% |
| 3 or more | 20.7% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 51.0% |
| Electricity | 45.0% |
| Propane / LP gas | 0.7% |
| Fuel oil | 2.0% |
| Wood | 0.5% |
| Solar | 0.1% |
| No fuel used | 0.2% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 6,909 | 42.5% |
| Cohabiting couple | 1,332 | 8.2% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 3,277 | 20.2% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 4,744 | 29.2% |
| Households with children under 18 | 4,435 | 27.3% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 5,083 | 31.3% |
| Average household size | 2.47 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 40.8% | 32.5% |
| Married | 44.9% | 44.5% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 7.7% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 13.0% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
5.4%
Some HS, no diploma
6.3%
HS graduate
25.2%
Some college, no degree
25.2%
Associate's degree
8.6%
Bachelor's degree
20.4%
Graduate / professional
8.8%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 88.3% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 29.3% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 437 | 5.0% |
| Kindergarten | 547 | 6.3% |
| Elementary school | 3,226 | 37.1% |
| High school | 1,805 | 20.8% |
| College / grad school | 2,677 | 30.8% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Education & healthcare
21.1%
Professional & management
14.0%
Manufacturing
11.8%
Retail trade
10.5%
Arts, food & hospitality
7.5%
Transportation & utilities
7.2%
Construction
7.0%
Other services
5.9%
Finance & real estate
5.0%
Wholesale trade
4.1%
Public administration
3.3%
Information
1.7%
Agriculture & mining
0.9%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 34.6% |
| Service | 18.4% |
| Sales & office | 20.7% |
| Natural resources & construction | 8.4% |
| Production & transportation | 17.8% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 84.8% |
| Government | 11.4% |
| Self-employed | 3.6% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.1% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 65.4% |
| Carpool | 13.7% |
| Public transit | 5.4% |
| Walk | 2.9% |
| Work from home | 10.3% |
| Other means | 2.3% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 25.2 |
Poverty
All people
14.1%
Under 18 years
19.5%
18 and over
12.8%
Married-couple families
7.2%
Female-led households
22.3%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 32.0% |
| Retirement income | 24.1% |
| Supplemental Security | 6.6% |
| Cash public assistance | 7.9% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 15.7% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 27.8% |
| High blood pressure | 31.7% |
| High cholesterol | 30.0% |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart disease | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| Arthritis | 23.4% |
| Kidney disease | 3.1% |
| Pulmonary disease | 7.1% |
| Cancer | 6.5% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 18.4% |
| Binge drinking | 17.5% |
| No physical activity | 21.3% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 28.0% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Fair or poor health | 16.4% |
| Poor mental health | 15.9% |
| Poor physical health | 11.1% |
| No health insurance | 14.8% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 70.4% |
| Visited dentist | 60.9% |
| Cholesterol screening | 88.3% |
| Teeth loss | 16.5% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 1,975 | 5.8% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 15.1% |
| Under 18 | 7.4% |
| 18–64 years | 12.6% |
| 65 and over | 32.4% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 62.8% |
| Public insurance | 44.3% |
| No insurance | 8.0% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 1.6% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 39,423 | 94.3% |
| Spanish | 5,908 | 15.0% |
| Other Indo-European | 2,790 | 7.1% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 528 | 1.3% |
| Other languages | 1,857 | 4.7% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 32,241 | 77.1% |
| Born in same state | 31,865 | 76.2% |
| Born in different state | 19,519 | 46.7% |
| Foreign born | 376 | 0.9% |
| Naturalized citizen | 9,558 | 22.9% |
| Not a US citizen | 4,737 | 49.6% |
Ancestry
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| French | 3,177 | 7.6% |
| Italian | 2,469 | 5.9% |
| Arab | 1,340 | 3.2% |
| Polish | 1,019 | 2.4% |
| Ancestry | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English | 616 | 1.5% |
| Dutch | 259 | 0.6% |
| German | 152 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 16 | 0% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 38.9% |
| Internet access | 95.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 97230
What city is ZIP code 97230 in?
ZIP code 97230 is primarily assigned to Portland, Oregon.
What county is ZIP code 97230 in?
ZIP code 97230 falls within Multnomah County, Oregon.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 97230?
The median home value in ZIP code 97230 is $415,400.
What is the population of ZIP code 97230?
ZIP code 97230 has an estimated population of 41,799 residents, with a density of 3,002 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in ZIP code 97230?
The median household income in ZIP code 97230 is $68,224, below the national median of ~$75,000.
What timezone is ZIP code 97230 in?
ZIP code 97230 observes the PST timezone.