Weston, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
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
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
445 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$121,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$449 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$850 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Umatilla County
3
Hermiston-Pendleton Urban Area
3
Oregon
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Umatilla County
4
Hermiston-Pendleton Urban Area
4
Oregon
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (67%) 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 3 35
Feb 1 3 38
Mar 2 1 45
Apr 2 0 51
May 2 0 59
Jun 1 0 65
Jul 0 0 73
Aug 0 0 72
Sep 1 0 63
Oct 1 0 51
Nov 2 1 41
Dec 2 4 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Weston Middle School
<1 miles, SE · 1.9star
Athena Elementary School
3 miles, W · 2.8star
Weston-McEwen High School
3 miles, W · 4.1star

Colleges

Walla Walla University
16 miles, NE · 2.8star
Whitman College
18 miles, NE · 3.2star
Walla Walla Community College
20 miles, NE · 1.9star
Blue Mountain Community College
21 miles, W · 1.4star

Hospitals

St Anthony Hospital
22 miles, W · 4.1star
Grande Ronde Hospital
38 miles, S · 3.2star

Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
46 miles, NW · 1star
Spokane International Airport
132 miles, NE · 1.9star
Roberts Field
171 miles, W · 1.4star