ZIP Code 97219 in Portland, OR

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Portland, Oregon
Counties:Multnomah County[Primary]
Clackamas County
Washington County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:9:35:39 PM
Population:42,474 [See All]
Area Codes:503 / 971
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:45.4510, -122.6950
Land Area:11.7 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 97219 has 42,474 residents and 17,089 households (average 2.41 persons per household). The median age is 39.7 years, about the same as the state (39.9) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.5% male and 51.5% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.5%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (79.1%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (6.9%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 6.9%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:42,474Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:43,111Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:41,794Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:3,630.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$115,525Source: Census ACS
Households:17,089Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$651,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.41Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.79Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--38,72739,06139,39239,96641,08540,94641,53442,81342,52843,27444,37444,07443,111
Decennial Census38,709------------------42,474------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 39.7

Male Median Age: 39

Female Median Age: 40.4

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1,0701,1941,2661,2181,2831,4061,5621,6241,5911,4021,2761,1951,2921,296973492273191
Female1,0121,1951,1881,4031,4501,3751,5551,6111,6751,4811,3061,3381,4501,4541,105570318384
Total2,0822,3892,4542,6212,7332,7813,1173,2353,2662,8832,5822,5332,7422,7502,0781,062591575
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:33,60582.17%
Black:1,2092.96%
Hispanic:*2,9427.19%
Asian:1,8434.51%
American Indian:2540.62%
Hawaiian:1310.32%
Other:9152.24%
Total:40,899100%
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:20,60448.51%39.0 years
Females:21,87051.49%40.4 years
Total:42,474100%39.7 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:38,99490.45%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:5941.38%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:2,3745.51%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,1498.17%
Total Population:43,111100%
Total Native Population:39,58891.83%
Total Foreign-born Population:3,5238.17%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 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.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $115,525, which is markedly greater than the national median ($78,538), is up $40,684 (54.4%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $16,770. Family households earn a median of $157,112 versus $76,931 for nonfamily households (a difference of $80,181). By gender, male median income is $98,145 and female is $84,845, which is considerably higher than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $13,300 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 69.4%, which is much higher than the state rate (62.3%). The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is below the state rate (5.4%). The largest occupation group is Management (64.3%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$74,841$76,578$77,756$77,598$77,829$84,566$89,745$97,454$98,755$104,392$106,242$114,341$115,525
Median Family Income$96,004$98,588$99,350$100,418$100,332$105,480$110,845$122,248$127,279$136,388$143,209$157,384$157,112
Median NonFamily Income$46,861$49,086$49,588$48,328$47,679$52,857$55,797$61,194$60,692$65,469$69,117$75,618$76,931
Median Male Income$64,441$67,145$67,332$68,296$66,141$71,840$75,550$77,003$79,353$86,229$90,043$94,614$98,145
Median Female Income$51,586$53,355$53,950$55,622$53,736$56,831$58,786$62,756$67,817$75,498$78,125$83,819$84,845
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:23,87566.90%
Unemployed:8922.50%
Not In Labor Force:10,92330.61%
Total:35,690100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:15,35664.32%
Service:2,2109.26%
Sales and Office:4,08717.12%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:6922.90%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,5306.41%
Total Civilian Employed Population:23,875100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $651,600, which is far above the national median ($303,400), is up $284,500 (77.50%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $169,700. The median gross rent is $1,603, which is considerably higher than the national median ($1,348), is up $718 (81.13%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $250. Of occupied housing, owners make up 71.54% (72.33% with a mortgage, 27.67% free-and-clear) and renters 28.46% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 3.96%, which is much lower than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$367,100$357,700$344,800$344,100$352,500$376,500$415,800$451,800$481,900$519,000$556,500$622,600$651,600
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:691.34%
$500 to $999:3647.05%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,81635.19%
$1,500 to $1,999:1,31625.50%
$2,000 to $2,499:85216.51%
$2,500 to $2,999:4298.31%
$3,000 or more:1953.78%
No Rent:1202.33%
Total:5,161100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$885$899$958$999$1,051$1,134$1,212$1,294$1,353$1,432$1,494$1,632$1,603
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):9,38251.74%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):3,59019.80%
Renter Occupied:5,16128.46%
Total Occupied Housing Units:18,133100%

Occupied Housing Units:18,13396.04%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):7483.96%
Total Housing Units:18,881100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:14,32875.89%
Multi-Family Units:4,55024.10%
Other Units:30.02%
Total Housing Units:18,881100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 66.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.00%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 98.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 3.20%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 28.60%, which is generally lower than the state rate (40.40%). The share of people in poverty is 3.70%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.70%), down 1.60 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.20 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (35.35%). College enrollment is 32.85%, which is markedly above the state rate (26.60%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:4041.29%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1980.63%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):2,3247.43%
Some college, no degree:5,77018.45%
Associate's degree:1,9166.12%
Bachelor's degree:12,43339.74%
Graduate or professional degree:8,23726.33%
Total:31,282100%
High school or higher:30,68098.08%
Bachelor's degree or higher:20,67066.08%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:34,84171.84%
Public Insurance:12,28025.32%
No Insurance:1,3762.84%
Total:48,497100%
Has Health Insurance:47,12197.16%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty5.3%5.3%4.6%5.1%5.3%4.7%4.5%4.6%3.9%3.2%3.2%3.0%3.7%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 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:6786.67%
Kindergarten:4914.83%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):3,59435.35%
High school (grades 9-12):2,06320.29%
College or graduate school:3,34032.85%
Total:10,166100%
Early Childhood:1,16911.50%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):6,14860.48%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 97219 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 1,032 business establishments, employing about 10,302 people with an annual payroll of $488,707,000. USPS data shows 17,342 residential mailboxes and 835 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:17,342Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:835Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:19,382Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:12,732Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:1,151Source: USPS
# of Businesses:1,032Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$117,740,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$488,707,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:10,302Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 97219 is located in Multnomah County, Oregon, within the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 38900) and Oregon's 1st, 5th, and 6th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 2,510,529 people, about 1.69% of whom live in ZIP Code 97219. It covers 11.7 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.314 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WASource: Census
CBSA Number:38900Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:2,510,529Source: Census
MSA:Portland-Salem, OR-WA CMSASource: Census
Land Area:11.7 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.314 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:01,05,06Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:3007, 5189.73, 0 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


97220 | | 97218

Schools in ZIP Code 97219


ZIP Code 97219 is part of 2 school districts, including: Portland School District 1J (Grades KG thru 12) and Riverdale School District 51J (Grades Kindergarten thru 12th). There are 9 public schools and 6 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Rieke Elementary School 1405 Sw Vermont
Portland, OR 97219
District: Portland School District 1J
Capitol Hill Elementary School 8401 Sw 17th Ave
Portland, OR 97219
District: Portland School District 1J
Maplewood Elementary School 7452 Sw 52nd Ave
Portland, OR 97219
District: Portland School District 1J
Markham Elementary School 10531 Sw Capitol Hwy
Portland, OR 97219
District: Portland School District 1J
Stephenson Elementary School 2627 Sw Stephenson St
Portland, OR 97219
District: Portland School District 1J
Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School 1151 Sw Vermont St
Portland, OR 97219
District: Portland School District 1J
Jackson Middle School 10625 Sw 35th
Portland, OR 97219
District: Portland School District 1J
Riverdale High School 9727 Sw Terwilliger Blvd
Portland, OR 97219
District: Riverdale School District 51J
Riverdale Grade School 11733 Sw Breyman Ave
Portland, OR 97219
District: Riverdale School District 51J
St John Fisher 4581 Sw Nevada St
Portland, OR 97219
District: Private School
St Clare School 1807 Sw Freeman St
Portland, OR 97219
District: Private School
West Hills Montessori School-Vermont 4920 Sw Vermont St
Portland, OR 97219
District: Private School
Portland Jewish Academy 6651 Sw Capitol Hwy
Portland, OR 97219
District: Private School
Islamic School Of Portland 10200 Sw Capitol Hwy
Portland, OR 97219
District: Private School
L'etoile French Immersion School 68 Sw Miles St
Portland, OR 97219
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 97219


Lewis & Clark College 615 S Palatine Hill Rd
Portland, OR 97219-7899
Type: Post Secondary
Portland Community College 12000 Sw 49th Avenue
Portland, OR 97219-7132
Type: Post Secondary
American College Of Healthcare Sciences 5005 S. Macadam Ave
Portland, OR 97239
Type: Post Secondary
Oregon Health & Science University 3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd
Portland, OR 97239-3098
Type: Post Secondary
National University Of Natural Medicine 49 S Porter St.
Portland, OR 97201-4848
Type: Post Secondary
Summit Salon Academy-Portland 8820 Sw Center
Tigard, OR 97223
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 October 1, 2025.

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