Albany Metro Area, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
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
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
129,794 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,396 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$344,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$596 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,105 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oregon
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Oregon
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 7 3 40
Feb 6 3 42
Mar 6 2 45
Apr 4 0 49
May 3 0 54
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 8 2 44
Dec 9 2 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 37% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 12%

Schools

Foster Elementary School
8 miles, W 2.8 star
Hawthorne Elementary School
10 miles, W 1.9 star
Sweet Home Junior High School
11 miles, W 2.3 star
Sweet Home High School
11 miles, W 3.7 star

Colleges

Linn-Benton Community College
29 miles, NW 1.4 star
Corban University
34 miles, N 1.9 star
Oregon State University
37 miles, NW 2.8 star
Phagans School of Beauty
38 miles, N 1 star

Hospitals

Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital
19 miles, NW 4.1 star
Santiam Hospital
25 miles, N 3.2 star
Samaritan Albany General Hospital
30 miles, NW 5 star

Airports

Mahlon Sweet Field
42 miles, W 1.4 star
Roberts Field
70 miles, SE 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
76 miles, N 3.7 star
Southwest Oregon Regional Airport
113 miles, W 1 star