ZIP 97321 — Economy & Jobs

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

Middle ClassLow Snow AreaRemote Work Hub

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Albany city, OR (97321)

Median Income

$95,687

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+1,573

Wealth inflow

Population

30,996

Unemployment

5.2%

1.5pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 1,573 for ZIP 97321 (Albany 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

5.2%+39% vs US avg

Self-Employed

4.1%-33% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

12.7%+8% vs US avg

971

Establishments

14,112

Employees

~15 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Healthcare

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

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

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining2.8%
Construction6.2%
Manufacturing7.9%
Wholesale trade1.1%
Retail trade10.0%
Transportation, utilities2.9%
Information0.6%
Finance, insurance, real estate5.6%
Professional, scientific, management10.2%
Education, health care, social28.8%
Arts, entertainment, food services9.6%
Other services5.5%
Public administration8.8%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 97321 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population grew 14.2%, median income rose 6.8% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 21.0%.

Median Income

$95,687

+27% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate