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Drain, OR · standard

ZIP Code 97435

Douglas County, Oregon — Census ACS demographics, housing tenure, and business patterns, benchmarked against every US ZIP.

2,349
9/sq mi
$52,067
Median income
$315,100
Median home value
17.3%
Bachelor's or higher

The verdict

Drain pairs one of the lowest household incomes in the country with above-median home values, in a rural, homeowner-dominated area.

17th pct
household income, US ZIPs
Top 31%
home value, US ZIPs
9
people per sq mi
75%
owner-occupied homes

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023). Percentiles rank ZIP 97435 against every reporting US ZIP.

ZIP code 97435 is classified by USPS as a standard delivery area and covers roughly 249.9 square miles in Drain, Douglas County, Oregon. The area is home to 2,349 residents, producing a population density of 9 people per square mile, and falls within the Los Angeles time zone. These USPS and Census boundary values drive every downstream statistic on this page, including the benchmarks that compare 97435 against Oregon and the nation.

On the economic side, the median household income for ZIP 97435 sits at $52,067 (33% below the Oregon average), while per-capita income is $31,258. The poverty rate stands at 24.4% and the unemployment rate at 8.0%. On housing, the median home value is $315,100 (27% below the state average) with median rent at $956 per month, and 74.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, a direct signal of whether 97435 behaves more like a homeowner neighborhood or a renter-heavy ZIP.

Education and household profile round out the picture: 17.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, the median age is 45.1, and the average commute is —. We also surface 2 nearby ZIP codes within roughly 10 miles and 6 additional ZIPs sharing Douglas County, so you can benchmark 97435 against its immediate geography rather than a national average alone. Every figure is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, HUD Fair Market Rents, and FHFA Home Price Index data, no estimates, no proprietary scoring. Verify with HUD →

Top industries in ZIP 97435

Top 5 sectors by establishment count

Which industries have the most business establishments in ZIP 97435.

establishments

What this shows Establishment counts come from the Census ZIP Code Business Patterns program, which counts physical business locations rather than employees or revenue.

Source U.S. Census Bureau · ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) As of 2023

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates + ZIP Code Business Patterns + HUD FMR + FHFA HPI ACS demographics, ZBP business establishments, HUD Fair Market Rents, FHFA HPI for ZIP 97435, Drain, OR · 2023 Census ACS 5-Year Estimates use a rolling 60-month sample for stable small-geography estimates; ZBP updated annually; HUD FMR + FHFA HPI updated quarterly/annually.

Quick Facts

2,349

Population

249.9

Area (sq mi)

9

People / sq mi

Los Angeles

Time Zone

standard

ZIP Type

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Who lives in ZIP 97435?

45.1

Median Age

50.0%

Male

50.0%

Female

5.3%

Foreign-Born

White 87.7%
African American 0.0%
Asian 2.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native 2.0%
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 0.0%
Two or More Ethnicities 7.5%
Hispanic or Latino 10.5%

Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity category from the Census Bureau and may overlap with other categories above.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

How much do residents earn?

$52,067

Median Household Income

-33% vs state

$31,258

Per Capita Income

24.4%

Poverty Rate

8.0%

Unemployment Rate

How ZIP 97435 ranks nationally

Household income vs. every US ZIP code

Median household income — the full national distribution, with this ZIP marked

$52,067 17th percentile higher than 17% of 30,318 US ZIPs

$0–$20,000: 118 US ZIPs (0%). Below this entry. $20,000–$40,000: 1,573 US ZIPs (5%). Below this entry. $40,000–$60,000: 7,092 US ZIPs (23%). This entry sits in this band. $60,000–$80,000: 9,980 US ZIPs (33%). Above this entry. $80,000–$100,000: 5,778 US ZIPs (19%). Above this entry. $100,000–$120,000: 2,855 US ZIPs (9%). Above this entry. $120,000–$140,000: 1,362 US ZIPs (4%). Above this entry. $140,000–$160,000: 686 US ZIPs (2%). Above this entry. $160,000–$180,000: 364 US ZIPs (1%). Above this entry. $180,000–$200,000: 186 US ZIPs (1%). Above this entry. $200,000–$220,000: 324 US ZIPs (1%). Above this entry. This ZIP $0 $200K+ every reporting US ZIP, bucketed by value

Each bar is a $20K-wide band; taller bars hold more US ZIPs. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-Year Estimates · 2019–2023

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

What is the education profile here?

High School Graduate or Higher 53.5%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

What does housing look like?

1,035

Total Housing Units

975

Occupied Units

60

Vacant Units

2.47

Avg Household Size

Occupancy Type

Owner 74.6%
Renter 25.4%

$315,100

Median Home Value

-27% vs state

$956

Median Rent

1976

Median Year Built

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)

How have home values changed over time?

FHFA House Price Index, annual appreciation data based on repeat sales and appraisals

+32.0%

YoY Change (2023)

346

HPI Index (2000 = 100)

+246%

Total Change Since 2000

Home values in ZIP 97435 have increased 32.0% over the past year (2023). Since 2000, this ZIP has seen +246% cumulative appreciation.

Year Annual Change HPI Index
2018 -3.6% 190
2019 +14.7% 218
2020 +6.4% 232
2021 +32.0% 306
2023 — 346

Source: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index, All-Transactions, Five-Digit ZIP Codes (Developmental Index). Index base = 100 in year 2000. Data through 2023. ZIP codes with few transactions may show missing values.

What businesses operate in this ZIP?

Census Bureau data shows 54 business establishments in ZIP 97435, employing approximately 401 people with a combined annual payroll of $18,628,000.

54

Businesses

401

Employees

$18.6M

Annual Payroll

8

Industry Sectors

Industry Establishments % of Total
Retail trade 10 18.5%
Construction 7 13.0%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting 6 11.1%
Other services (except public administration) 6 11.1%
Manufacturing 5 9.3%
Transportation and warehousing 4 7.4%
Professional, scientific, and technical services 3 5.6%
Accommodation and food services 3 5.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP), 2023. Employment figures may include noise for disclosure avoidance.

Nearby ZIP Codes

Want a side-by-side? Compare 97435 vs 97451 →

ZIP 97435 vs its nearest neighbors, by population

Resident population of this ZIP and the closest reporting ZIP codes within ~10 miles.

residents

What this shows Among its immediate neighbors, ZIP 97435 ranks the most populous — useful context the national average alone can't give.

Source U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 5-Year Estimates As of 2019–2023

ZIP 97435 vs its nearest neighbors, by median income

Median household income of this ZIP and the closest reporting ZIP codes within ~10 miles.

median income

What this shows By household income, ZIP 97435 ranks #3 of 3 neighboring ZIPs — local affluence varies block to block, not just metro to metro.

Source U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 5-Year Estimates As of 2019–2023
ZIP Code City Population Distance
97451 Lorane, OR 387 8.6 mi
97499 Yoncalla, OR 1,957 8.4 mi

More ZIP Codes in Douglas County

97471 standard
Roseburg, OR
Pop: 29,100
97470 standard
Roseburg, OR
Pop: 19,985
97457 standard
Myrtle Creek, OR
Pop: 10,208
97479 standard
Sutherlin, OR
Pop: 9,505
97496 standard
Winston, OR
Pop: 7,634
97467 standard
Reedsport, OR
Pop: 5,339

Related Areas

Douglas County Drain, OR Oregon

Frequently Asked Questions

What county is ZIP code 97435 in? ▼
ZIP code 97435 (Drain) is located in Douglas County, Oregon. Douglas County contains multiple ZIP codes, see the full list at /counties/douglas-or.
What is the population of ZIP code 97435? ▼
ZIP code 97435 in Drain, OR has a population of 2,349 according to the Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates.
What is the median household income in ZIP 97435? ▼
The median household income in ZIP 97435 is $52,067, which is 32% below the national average of $76,288.
What is the average home value in ZIP 97435? ▼
The median home value in ZIP 97435 is $315,100, which is 13% above the national average of $278,155.
What is the demographic makeup of ZIP 97435? ▼
The largest racial group in ZIP 97435 is White at 87.7%. Hispanic or Latino residents make up 10.5% of the population.
How many businesses are in ZIP code 97435? ▼
ZIP code 97435 has 54 business establishments employing approximately 401 people, according to Census Bureau ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) 2023 data.
What are the main industries in ZIP code 97435? ▼
The top industries by establishment count in ZIP 97435 are: Retail trade (10), Construction (7), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (6). There are 8 industry sectors represented in total.
How have home values changed in ZIP code 97435? ▼
According to the FHFA House Price Index, home values in ZIP 97435 increased by 32.0% in 2023. Since 2000, home values in this ZIP have appreciated by approximately 246%. This is a developmental index based on repeat sales and appraisal data from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
What is the education level in ZIP code 97435? ▼
In ZIP code 97435, 53.5% of residents aged 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 17.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. These figures come from the Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023).
What percentage of residents own vs. rent in ZIP 97435? ▼
In ZIP code 97435, approximately 74.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied and 25.4% are renter-occupied, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 97435? ▼
The poverty rate in ZIP code 97435 is 24.4% according to Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates. This measures the percentage of the population living below the federal poverty threshold.

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Official Data Resources for Drain, OR

Verify and explore additional data for this area using these official government sources.

U.S. Census Bureau
Official demographic, economic, and housing data from the American Community Survey.
HUD Fair Market Rents
Department of Housing and Urban Development rental cost estimates by metropolitan area.
FBI Uniform Crime Reports
Official crime statistics compiled from law enforcement agencies nationwide.
FHFA House Price Index
Federal Housing Finance Agency home value trends based on repeat sales and appraisals.

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