97523 ZIP Code – Cave Junction, Oregon
ZIP code 97523 is a mid-sized ZIP code located in Cave Junction, Oregon, within Josephine County with a population of approximately 6,436 residents. The median household income of $42,801 is below the Oregon average and well below the national average. Median home values of $305,300 are above the national average, with 79.2% owner-occupied housing (increasing). . Median rent is $1,084, which is near the U.S. average. Housing consists of 64% single-family (decreasing).
The unemployment rate is 15.5%, well above the national average. An estimated 24.8% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. An estimated 18.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average. At 43.2, the median age is near the national figure. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 97531, 97534, 97538.
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ZIP 97523 vs. Oregon vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 97523 | OR Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,436 | 9,998 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $42k | $71k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $305k | $372k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,084 | $1,157 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 43.2 | 46.4 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 15.5% | 5.9% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 24.8% | 14.3% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 18.2% | 26.8% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 97531 – Kerby
- 97534 – O Brien
- 97538 – Selma
- 95543 – Gasquet
- 97544 – Williams
- 97543 – Wilderville
- 97527 – Grants Pass
- 97415 – Brookings
- 96086 – Seiad Valley
- 97530 – Jacksonville
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97531 | KERBY | 321 | $39,764 |
| 97534 | O BRIEN | 668 | $28,043 |
| 97538 | SELMA | 2,113 | $42,083 |
| 95543 | GASQUET | 376 | $26,736 |
| 97544 | WILLIAMS | 2,115 | $77,321 |