Scio, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
1,075 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,946 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$330,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$523 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,035 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Linn County
2
Albany 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

Linn County
5
Albany Metro Area
5
Oregon
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (61%) 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 9 5 39
Feb 7 4 41
Mar 6 2 45
Apr 5 1 48
May 4 0 54
Jun 3 0 59
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 5 0 51
Nov 9 2 44
Dec 10 4 39

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Scio Middle School
<1 miles, NE · 3.7star
Oregon Virtual Education
<1 miles, NE · 2.3star
Centennial Elementary School
<1 miles, NW · 3.2star
Scio High School
<1 miles, NE · 4.1star
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Colleges

Corban University
13 miles, N · 1.9star
Linn-Benton Community College
15 miles, W · 1.4star
Phagans School of Beauty
17 miles, N · 1star
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Hospitals

Santiam Hospital
8 miles, NE · 3.2star
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Airports

Mahlon Sweet Field
44 miles, SW · 1.4star
Portland International Airport
62 miles, NE · 3.7star
Roberts Field
89 miles, SE · 1.4star
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