Philomath School District 17J, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
9,692 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,042 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$426,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$665 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,273 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Benton County
2
Corvallis Metro 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

Benton County
5
Corvallis Metro Area
5
Oregon
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (39%) 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 8 1 41
Feb 6 2 43
Mar 6 0 46
Apr 4 1 50
May 3 0 55
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 9 2 45
Dec 9 1 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Blodgett Elementary School
3 miles, W · 3.2star
Philomath Elementary School
7 miles, SE · 2.8star
Philomath High School
7 miles, SE · 4.6star
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Colleges

Phagans Beauty College
9 miles, SE · 1star
Oregon State University
10 miles, SE · 2.8star
Linn-Benton Community College
18 miles, SE · 1.4star
Western Oregon University
21 miles, NE · 2.3star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Mahlon Sweet Field
35 miles, S · 1.4star
Portland International Airport
81 miles, NE · 3.7star
Roberts Field
117 miles, SE · 1.4star
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