ZIP Code 97051, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
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
17,589 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,837 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$369,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$624 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,142 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
2
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro 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

Columbia County
2
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
5
Oregon
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 49% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (50%) (44%) 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 38
Feb 6 1 40
Mar 6 0 45
Apr 4 0 48
May 3 0 54
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 64
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 9 0 43
Dec 9 0 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

St Helens Arthur Academy
2 miles, SE · 4.6star
McBride Elementary School
4 miles, SE · 2.8star
St Helens High School
5 miles, SE · 4.1star
Columbia City School
5 miles, E · 2.3star
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Colleges

Lower Columbia College
18 miles, N · 1.4star
Clark College
22 miles, S · 1.4star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Portland International Airport
26 miles, S · 3.7star
Mahlon Sweet Field
123 miles, SW · 1.4star
Roberts Field
142 miles, S · 1.4star
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