Central School District 13J, OR
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
25,168
332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
26.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$78,864
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$380,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$590
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,089
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Polk County
4
Salem Metro Area
3
Oregon
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Polk County
6
Salem Metro Area
6
Oregon
5
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.
Liberal (46%) (46%) ConservativeClimate
Warm-summer Mediterranean climate. Warm dry summers and cool moist winters with moderate seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10 | 4 | 39 |
| Feb | 7 | 6 | 41 |
| Mar | 7 | 4 | 43 |
| Apr | 5 | 3 | 47 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 53 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 10 | 2 | 43 |
| Dec | 12 | 6 | 38 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Schools
Monmouth Montessori School Llc
2 miles, NE
Monmouth Elementary School
2 miles, NE
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Central High School
3 miles, NE
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Talmadge Middle School
3 miles, NE
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Colleges
Western Oregon University
2 miles, N
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Willamette University
13 miles, E
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Johnny Matthew's Hairdressing Training School
13 miles, E
Corban University
14 miles, E
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Hospitals
West Valley Hospital
8 miles, N
Salem Hospital
13 miles, E
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Samaritan Albany General Hospital
14 miles, S
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Oregon State Hospital Distinct Part
14 miles, E
Airports
Mahlon Sweet Field
48 miles, S
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Portland International Airport
62 miles, NE
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Southwest Oregon Regional Airport
109 miles, SW
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Roberts Field
110 miles, SE
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