Fern Ridge School District 28J, OR
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- 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
13,080
332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$80,988
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$366,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$597
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,391
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Lane County
4
Eugene-Springfield Metro Area
4
Oregon
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Lane County
6
Eugene-Springfield Metro Area
6
Oregon
5
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.
Liberal (51%) (43%) 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 | 9 | 1 | 41 |
| Feb | 7 | 1 | 43 |
| Mar | 7 | 0 | 46 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 10 | 0 | 46 |
| Dec | 11 | 1 | 40 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Schools
West Lane Technology Learning Center
9 miles, E
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Veneta Elementary School
9 miles, E
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Elmira High School
9 miles, E
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Fern Ridge Middle School
9 miles, E
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Colleges
New Hope Christian College-Eugene
18 miles, E
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Northwest Christian University
22 miles, E
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University of Oregon
22 miles, E
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Northwest College-Eugene
24 miles, E
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Hospitals
Sacred Heart University District
22 miles, E
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Sacred Heart Medical Center-Riverbend
25 miles, E
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McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center
26 miles, E
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Peacehealth Cottage Grove Community Medical Center
28 miles, SE
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Airports
Mahlon Sweet Field
17 miles, E
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Southwest Oregon Regional Airport
55 miles, SW
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Portland International Airport
118 miles, NE
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Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport
118 miles, S
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