ZIP Code 97031, OR
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
19,145
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
41.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$86,085
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$608,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$701
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,200
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Hood River County
1
Hood River Urban Area
1
Oregon
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Hood River County
2
Hood River Urban Area
2
Oregon
5
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.
Liberal (57%) (38%) ConservativeClimate
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 | 6 | 5 | 37 |
| Feb | 4 | 3 | 39 |
| Mar | 4 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 50 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 62 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 7 | 2 | 43 |
| Dec | 7 | 5 | 35 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Schools
Mid Valley Elementary School
3 miles, E
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WyEast Middle School
3 miles, E
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Hood River Valley High School
6 miles, NE
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Parkdale Elementary School
6 miles, S
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Colleges
Columbia Gorge Community College
20 miles, SE
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Mt Hood Community College
39 miles, W
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Charter College
43 miles, NW
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University of Western States
45 miles, W
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Hospitals
Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital
8 miles, NE
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Skyline Hospital
10 miles, NE
Mid-Columbia Medical Center
21 miles, SE
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Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center
40 miles, W
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Airports
Portland International Airport
48 miles, W
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Roberts Field
96 miles, S
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Tri-Cities Airport
128 miles, E
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Mahlon Sweet Field
130 miles, SW
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