ZIP 97233 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Working ClassLow Snow Area

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Portland city, OR (97233)

Median Income

$54,886

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+1,904

Wealth inflow

Population

37,518

Unemployment

6.0%

2.3pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 1,904 for ZIP 97233 (Portland city, OR) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

6.0%+62% vs US avg

Self-Employed

1.5%-76% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

29.6%+153% vs US avg

672

Establishments

5,544

Employees

~8 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Healthcare

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining1.1%
Construction6.1%
Manufacturing11.8%
Wholesale trade2.3%
Retail trade11.8%
Transportation, utilities9.5%
Information1.1%
Finance, insurance, real estate7.7%
Professional, scientific, management10.4%
Education, health care, social20.5%
Arts, entertainment, food services9.9%
Other services4.5%
Public administration3.2%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 97233 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population declined 3.3%, median income rose 0.4% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 18.4%.

Median Income

$54,886

-27% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate