The 97213 zip code in Portland, Oregon is located in the city's southeast quadrant and includes parts of several neighborhoods. The area is served by a variety of public transportation options including MAX light rail, buses operated by TriMet, and the Portland Streetcar. MAX light rail offers easy access to downtown Portland and many major attractions such as the Oregon Zoo, Washington Park and Rose Garden Arena. Bus routes operated by TriMet provide convenient access for residents to access employment centers, cultural attractions, shopping centers and other destinations throughout the city. The Portland Streetcar connects multiple neighborhoods from South Waterfront to Northwest 23rd Avenue providing an efficient connection between popular destinations such as OHSU, PSU and downtown. In addition to these services, electric scooters are available for rent throughout downtown providing another mode of transportation for those looking to explore the city quickly.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Portland (zip 97213) takes 25.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Portland (zip 97213) get to work:
- 57.5% drive their own car alone
- 10.0% carpool with others
- 8.1% work from home
- 13.5% take mass transit