What are the best cities for a franchise in Oregon?

The top-rated areas for franchises in Oregon are ZIP 97229 (score: 100/100), ZIP 97068 (score: 100/100), ZIP 97231 (score: 100/100). Rankings are based on walkability, median household income, population density, and existing business competition.

What makes a good franchise location?

A strong franchise location combines high foot traffic (walkability), solid median income (customer spending power), sufficient population density, and manageable competition. Our opportunity score weighs all four factors on a 0–100 scale.

How does Oregon compare to other states for franchises?

Oregon averages 98/100 across 20 scored ZIP codes — rated a excellent market. Scores factor in walkability, income, population, and competition.

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Best Cities for Franchise Costs in Oregon

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Top 20 ZIP codes ranked by opportunity score. Score combines walkability (foot traffic), population density, median income, and franchise businesses competition.

The top markets here average $123,389 in household income. ZIP 97229 leads at 100, $159,863 median income, zero existing franchise businesses.

80–100 Excellent 60–79 Good 40–59 Fair <40 Challenging

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#	ZIP Code	Score	Walkability	Median Income
#1	ZIP 97229 Pop. 76 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$159,863
#2	ZIP 97068 Pop. 30 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$145,877
#3	ZIP 97231 Pop. 4.3 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$122,063
#4	ZIP 97140 Pop. 28 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$119,241
#5	ZIP 97034 Pop. 21 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$147,688
#6	ZIP 97035 Pop. 26 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$126,866
#7	ZIP 97212 Pop. 28 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$128,098
#8	ZIP 97221 Pop. 13 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$146,017
#9	ZIP 97133 Pop. 5.7 Thousand	98 Excellent	—	$117,986
#10	ZIP 97703 Pop. 34 Thousand	98 Excellent	—	$118,160
#11	ZIP 97219 Pop. 43 Thousand	98 Excellent	—	$115,525
#12	ZIP 97119 Pop. 5.2 Thousand	98 Excellent	—	$118,056
#13	ZIP 97007 Pop. 48 Thousand	98 Excellent	—	$116,667
#14	ZIP 97225 Pop. 26 Thousand	96 Excellent	—	$111,341
#15	ZIP 97089 Pop. 15 Thousand	96 Excellent	—	$114,516
#16	ZIP 97004 Pop. 4.1 Thousand	96 Excellent	—	$114,167
#17	ZIP 97215 Pop. 18 Thousand	96 Excellent	—	$114,361
#18	ZIP 97115 Pop. 3.9 Thousand	94 Excellent	—	$114,107
#19	ZIP 97106 Pop. 5 Thousand	94 Excellent	—	$108,383
#20	ZIP 97239 Pop. 18 Thousand	94 Excellent	—	$108,795

Data updated March 2026. Sources: Census Bureau ACS 2023, USDA National Walkability Index 2021, County Business Patterns 2022.

What the Data Shows

Opportunity is spread across Oregon, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $123,389 in household income. The common thread: franchise demand that outpaces supply. These markets have room.

How to Use This Table

Click any ZIP for a full breakdown: demographics, nearby competition, and walkability score. The opportunity score weights income, foot traffic, and competition equally. If your concept skews upscale, sort by Income. If lunch crowds matter more, sort by Walkability.

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