Boring, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
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
1,616 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$101,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$649,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$531 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,539 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clackamas 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

Clackamas County
4
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
5
Oregon
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 7 0 41
Feb 5 1 44
Mar 5 0 47
Apr 4 0 51
May 2 0 57
Jun 2 0 62
Jul 1 0 68
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 2 0 63
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 7 0 45
Dec 7 1 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 8%

Schools

Boring Middle School
<1 miles, NW 3.2 star
Naas Elementary School
<1 miles, NW 2.8 star

Colleges

Mt Hood Community College
6 miles, N 1.4 star
Phagans School of Hair Design
10 miles, NW 1 star
Northwest College-Clackamas
10 miles, NW 1 star

Hospitals

Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center
6 miles, N 4.1 star
Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center
9 miles, NW 4.1 star
Adventist Health Portland
11 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Portland International Airport
15 miles, N 3.7 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
99 miles, SW 1.4 star
Roberts Field
101 miles, S 1.4 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
140 miles, NE 4.1 star