Zip Code 97068

OR · Population: 30,336

C+
54/100
9
F
Safety
80
A
Affordability
77
B+
Quality of Life
48
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 97068

Zip code 97068 is located in Oregon and is home to approximately 30,336 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 54/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are considerably above the national average. Safety is a significant concern in this area.

With a median household income of $143,538 and home values around $701,300, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 63.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

Unemployment stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$143,538
Home Value
$701,300
Rent
$1,898/mo
Median Age
44
College Educated
63.5%
Unemployment
4.3%
Owner-Occupied
84.3%
Rent Burden
15.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety9FLower crime = higher score
Affordability80ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life77B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy48CLower unemployment = higher
Overall54C+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).