ZIP Code 97322, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
36,288 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,536 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$321,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$628 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,171 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.6% 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 a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (55%) 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 2 40
Feb 6 2 42
Mar 6 1 46
Apr 4 0 49
May 3 0 55
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 8 2 45
Dec 9 1 39

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Timber Ridge School
2 miles, N · 2.8star
South Shore Elementary School
3 miles, NW · 1.9star
Periwinkle Elementary School
3 miles, W · 1.9star

Colleges

Linn-Benton Community College
6 miles, W · 1.4star
Oregon State University
13 miles, W · 2.8star
Phagans Beauty College
15 miles, W · 1star
Corban University
18 miles, NE · 1.9star

Hospitals

Santiam Hospital
17 miles, NE · 3.2star

Airports

Mahlon Sweet Field
36 miles, SW · 1.4star
Portland International Airport
70 miles, NE · 3.7star
Roberts Field
96 miles, SE · 1.4star