Zip Code 97221

OR · Population: 13,154

B
60/100
9
F
Safety
87
A
Affordability
72
B+
Quality of Life
73
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 97221

Zip code 97221 is located in Oregon and is home to approximately 13,154 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 60/100), 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 $135,250 and home values around $724,200, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 74.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.

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
$135,250
Home Value
$724,200
Rent
$1,582/mo
Median Age
42
College Educated
74.4%
Unemployment
2.2%
Owner-Occupied
71.2%
Rent Burden
14% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety9FLower crime = higher score
Affordability87ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life72B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy73B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall60BWeighted 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).