Gilchrist, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
293 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
54.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$346,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$385 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$666 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Klamath County
2
Klamath Falls Urban Area
2
Oregon
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Klamath County
2
Klamath Falls Urban Area
2
Oregon
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.

Liberal (18%) (78%) Conservative

Climate

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 5 8 31
Feb 4 8 33
Mar 4 6 38
Apr 3 3 43
May 2 1 50
Jun 2 0 57
Jul 1 0 64
Aug 1 0 63
Sep 1 0 56
Oct 2 1 46
Nov 5 7 35
Dec 6 10 29

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Gilchrist Elementary School
<1 miles, SE · 1.4star
LaPine Elementary School
16 miles, NE · 2.3star
LaPine Middle School
16 miles, NE · 1.4star
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Colleges

Central Oregon Community College
44 miles, NE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

St Charles Medical Center-Bend
46 miles, NE · 4.1star
St Charles Redmond
62 miles, NE · 3.2star
St Charles Prineville
71 miles, NE · 4.1star
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Airports

Roberts Field
60 miles, NE · 1.4star
Mahlon Sweet Field
88 miles, NW · 1.4star
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