Albany, 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
56,773 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,809 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$352,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$711 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,140 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.5% 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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 8 2 40
Feb 6 2 42
Mar 6 1 46
Apr 4 1 49
May 3 0 55
Jun 2 0 59
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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 14%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, OR State Senate District 8, OR State House District 15, OR
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Schools

Albany Options School
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Sunrise Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Central Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Linn-Benton Community College
3 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Oregon State University
10 miles, W • 2.8 star
Phagans Beauty College
12 miles, W • 1 star
Western Oregon University
17 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital
11 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Santiam Hospital
20 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Mahlon Sweet Field
35 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
71 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Roberts Field
99 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Southwest Oregon Regional Airport
101 miles, SW • 1 star
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