97497 ZIP Code – Wolf Creek, Oregon
ZIP code 97497 is a small ZIP code located in Wolf Creek, Oregon, within Josephine County with a population of approximately 1,283 residents. At $35,000, the median household income here runs well below the Oregon average and well below the U.S. average. The median home value of $311,900 is above the national average, with 67.8% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , and the median rent of $490 is well below the national average. Housing consists of 65% single-family (increasing).
Unemployment stands at 15.7%, which is well above the U.S. rate. The poverty rate of 29.3% is well above the U.S. average. An estimated 17.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average. The median age is 55.3, above the national median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 97442, 97526, 97532.
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ZIP 97497 vs. Oregon vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 97497 | OR Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,283 | 9,998 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $35k | $71k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $311k | $372k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $490 | $1,157 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 55.3 | 46.4 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 15.7% | 5.9% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 29.3% | 14.3% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 17.8% | 26.8% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 97442 – Glendale
- 97526 – Grants Pass
- 97532 – Merlin
- 97537 – Rogue River
- 97410 – Azalea
- 97469 – Riddle
- 97527 – Grants Pass
- 97543 – Wilderville
- 97417 – Canyonville
- 97525 – Gold Hill
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97442 | GLENDALE | 1,954 | $55,060 |
| 97526 | GRANTS PASS | 35,742 | $55,214 |
| 97532 | MERLIN | 2,580 | $74,837 |
| 97537 | ROGUE RIVER | 6,725 | $58,644 |
| 97410 | AZALEA | 436 | $45,707 |