Zip Code 97232
OR · Population: 14,941
About Zip Code 97232
Zip code 97232 is located in Oregon and is home to approximately 14,941 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 58/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.
Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.
The median household income here is $75,013, with home values near $726,900 and rents around $1,523/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.
The community is highly educated — 65.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.
The unemployment rate of 6.2% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.
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
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 53 | C+ | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 59 | C+ | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 67 | B | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 53 | C+ | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 58 | C+ | 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).