ZIP Code 97216, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
16,735 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,951 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$439,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$737 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,291 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Portland
5
Multnomah County
5
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Portland
9
Multnomah County
8
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 69% of residents leaning left and 24% leaning right.

Liberal (70%) (24%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer Mediterranean climate. Warm dry summers and cool moist winters with moderate seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 1 42
Feb 5 1 44
Mar 4 0 48
Apr 3 0 52
May 3 0 58
Jun 2 0 63
Jul 1 0 68
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 2 0 63
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 7 0 46
Dec 6 1 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Portland Adventist Academy
<1 miles, W · 5star
Cherry Park Elementary School
<1 miles, S · 3.7star

Colleges

Multnomah University
1 miles, N · 1.4star
Warner Pacific University
2 miles, W · 1.9star

Hospitals

Adventist Health Portland
<1 miles, SW · 4.1star
Providence Milwaukie Hospital
6 miles, SW · 4.1star
Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center
6 miles, S · 4.1star

Airports

Portland International Airport
6 miles, N · 3.7star
Mahlon Sweet Field
101 miles, SW · 1.4star
Roberts Field
111 miles, S · 1.4star