Athena, OR
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- 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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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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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
1,206
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
32.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$70,729
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$196,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$520
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$767
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Umatilla County
3
Hermiston-Pendleton Urban 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
Umatilla County
4
Hermiston-Pendleton Urban Area
4
Oregon
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 3 | 35 |
| Feb | 1 | 2 | 38 |
| Mar | 1 | 0 | 45 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 51 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 41 |
| Dec | 1 | 3 | 33 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.
Liberal (35%) (60%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 60%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, OR State Senate District 29, OR State House District 58, ORSchools
Weston-McEwen High School
<1 miles, SE
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4.1
Athena Elementary School
<1 miles, SE
•
2.8
Weston Middle School
3 miles, SE
•
1.9
Helix School
8 miles, NW
•
3.2
Colleges
Walla Walla University
17 miles, NE
•
2.8
Blue Mountain Community College
18 miles, W
•
1.4
Whitman College
19 miles, NE
•
3.2
Walla Walla Community College
21 miles, NE
•
1.9
Hospitals
Providence St Mary Medical Center
19 miles, NE
•
5
St Anthony Hospital
19 miles, W
•
4.1
Grande Ronde Hospital
39 miles, S
•
3.2
Good Shepherd Medical Center
40 miles, NW
•
3.2
Airports
Tri-Cities Airport
43 miles, N
•
1
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
81 miles, E
•
1
Spokane International Airport
133 miles, NE
•
1.9
Roberts Field
169 miles, W
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1.4