North Powder, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
669 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,682 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
34.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$145,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$486 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$683 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Union County
2
La Grande 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

Union County
4
La Grande Urban Area
4
Oregon
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (63%) 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 2 12 30
Feb 1 7 34
Mar 2 4 40
Apr 2 1 46
May 2 0 53
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 67
Aug 1 0 67
Sep 1 0 58
Oct 1 1 48
Nov 2 6 38
Dec 2 12 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

North Powder Charter School
<1 miles, W · 2.3star
Haines Elementary School
8 miles, SW · 4.1star
Union High School
12 miles, NE · 2.8star
Union Elementary School
12 miles, NE · 2.3star
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Colleges

Eastern Oregon University
22 miles, N · 1.9star
Blue Mountain Community College
62 miles, N · 1.4star
Walla Walla University
74 miles, N · 2.8star
Walla Walla Community College
74 miles, N · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Grande Ronde Hospital
22 miles, N · 3.2star
Wallowa Memorial Hospital
42 miles, E · 5star
St Anthony Hospital
61 miles, NW · 4.1star
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Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
103 miles, N · 1star
Boise Air Terminal-Gowen Field
132 miles, S · 2.3star
Roberts Field
168 miles, W · 1.4star
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