ZIP Code 97208 in Portland, OR

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Portland, Oregon
County:Multnomah County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:10:08:39 AM
Population:22 [See All]
Area Codes:503 / 971
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:45.5239, -122.6751
Land Area:0.024 sq mi
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97208 - Portland, OR

ZIP Code 97208, Portland

Small Town
LocationMultnomah County, OR
Area0.0 sq mi
Population22
HouseholdsN/A
PO Boxes438
Median Age41.5 years
ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004
Key Facts
  • This ZIP covers just 0.024 square miles in downtown Portland, making it one of the smallest ZIPs by area in Oregon
  • The facility maintains 438 PO Boxes serving businesses and individuals throughout the Pearl and Old Town-Chinatown neighborhoods
  • Business mail dominates activity with 1,122 registered business accounts compared to virtually no residential delivery
  • Census records show only 22 residents with a median age of 41.5 years, likely postal employees or facility staff
  • The ZIP includes three named buildings: Mail Processing, Postmaster, and US Postal Service facilities
  • Street records include postal sorting terms like 'Certified Way,' 'Nixie,' and 'Smart Locker' rather than traditional addresses

Postal Operations

The sparse street infrastructure confirms the operational nature of this ZIP. Only four street segments appear in delivery records: NW Hoyt Street (with 875 unit designations), Certified Way, Nixie, and Smart Locker. These names reflect postal sorting categories rather than traditional residential addresses. The facility maintains two carrier routes that serve adjacent downtown areas, but street delivery within 97208 itself is minimal. Most mail activity centers on business services, bulk processing, and PO Box rentals for companies needing downtown Portland addresses.

Street Name Patterns

Postal Operations Facility Infrastructure Sorting Categories

Street names reveal this ZIP's identity as a mail processing center rather than a residential community. NW Hoyt Street represents the physical location of the postal complex, while Certified Way, Nixie, and Smart Locker are postal sorting and delivery categories used for mail classification. These administrative designations confirm the facility's role as Portland's downtown mail hub.

Nearby Areas

Pearl Neighbors West - Northwest Old Town - Chinatown Lloyd District Eliot
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 97208 has 22 residents and 0 households. The median age is 41.5 years, slightly older than the state (39.9) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 59.1% male and 40.9% female, which is much higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (31.8%, much lower than the state average of 74.8% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (27.3%, much higher than the state average of 2.0% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 4.5%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (2.0%) and national averages (12.4%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:22Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:0Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:916.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$0Source: Census ACS
Households:0Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$666,666,666Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:0.00Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:0.00Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--00000000000000
Decennial Census0------------------22--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 41.5

Male Median Age: 44.3

Female Median Age: 38.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male110201102310001000
Female201001010001201000
Total311202112311202000
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:738.89%
Black:633.33%
Hispanic:*15.56%
Asian:15.56%
American Indian:211.11%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:15.56%
Total:18100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:1359.09%44.3 years
Females:940.91%38.5 years
Total:22100%41.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00%
Total Population:0100%
Total Native Population:00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00%
$500 to $999:00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00%
$3,000 or more:00%
No Rent:00%
Total:0100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):00%
Renter Occupied:00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:0100%

Occupied Housing Units:00.00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):13100.00%
Total Housing Units:13100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:13100.00%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:00%
Total Housing Units:13100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, -666,666,666.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is -666,666,666.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is -666,666,666.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is -666,666,666.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.10%). Public coverage is -666,666,666.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is -666,666,666.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Insufficient data for school enrollment.

Explore More:Educational AttainmentHealth InsurancePoverty Over TimeSchool Enrollment

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):00%
Some college, no degree:00%
Associate's degree:00%
Bachelor's degree:00%
Graduate or professional degree:00%
Total:0100%
High school or higher:00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:00%
Public Insurance:00%
No Insurance:00%
Total:0100%
Has Health Insurance:00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty0.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00%
Kindergarten:00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00%
High school (grades 9-12):00%
College or graduate school:00%
Total:0100%
Early Childhood:00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 97208 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 22 business establishments, employing about 625 people with an annual payroll of $21,696,000.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1,530Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:22Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$6,031,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$21,696,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:625Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 97208 is located in Multnomah County, Oregon, within the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 38900) and Oregon's 1st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 2,226,009 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 97208. It covers 0.024 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WASource: Census
CBSA Number:38900Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:2,226,009Source: Census
MSA:Portland-Salem, OR-WA CMSASource: Census
Land Area:0.024 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:01Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:3007 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Portland-Vancouver, OR-WA PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4159000Source: Census
Place Name:Portland city; OregonSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


97209 | | 97207

Schools in ZIP Code 97208


We could not locate which school district 97208 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Emerson School 105 Nw Park Ave
Portland, OR 97209
District: Portland School District 1JNearby
Lincoln High School 1750 Sw Salmon St.
Portland, OR 97205
District: Portland School District 1JNearby
Metropolitan Learning Center 2033 Nw Glisan St
Portland, OR 97209
District: Portland School District 1JNearby
Harriet Tubman Middle School 2231 N Flint
Portland, OR 97227
District: Portland School District 1JNearby
Buckman Elementary School 320 Se 16th Ave
Portland, OR 97214
District: Portland School District 1JNearby
St Marys Academy 1615 Sw 5th Ave
Portland, OR 97201
District: Private SchoolNearby
Chesterton Academy Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati 340 Ne Clackamas St
Portland, OR 97232
District: Private SchoolNearby
Portland Chinese School 1721 Sw Broadway
Portland, OR 97201
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 97208


Oregon College Of Oriental Medicine 75 Nw Couch
Portland, OR 97209
Type: Post Secondary
Pacific Northwest College Of Art 511 Nw Broadway
Portland, OR 97209-3404
Type: Post Secondary
Portland Actors Conservatory 128 Nw 11th Ave.
Portland, OR 97209
Type: Post Secondary
Aveda Institute-Portland 325 Northwest 13th Avenue
Portland, OR 97209-3144
Type: Post Secondary
East West College Of The Healing Arts 1515 Sw Fifth Avenue, Suite 400
Portland, OR 97201-0000
Type: Post Secondary
Portland State University 724 Sw Harrison St.
Portland, OR 97201
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.

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    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
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