Brooks, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
501 332.4M (US)
Median Age
24.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$120,813 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$348,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,144 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$472 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marion County
3
Salem 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

Marion County
6
Salem Metro Area
6
Oregon
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 8 3 40
Feb 6 4 43
Mar 6 2 46
Apr 4 4 48
May 3 0 55
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 8 1 45
Dec 8 3 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 8%

Schools

Willamette Valley Christian School
<1 miles, SW 1.4 star
Valley Inquiry Charter School
3 miles, S 3.7 star
Forest Ridge Elementary School
3 miles, W 2.8 star

Colleges

Chemeketa Community College
5 miles, SW 1.4 star
College of Hair Design Careers
7 miles, SW 1 star
Phagans School of Beauty
8 miles, SW 1 star

Hospitals

Legacy Silverton Medical Center
9 miles, SE 4.1 star
Salem Hospital
9 miles, SW 3.2 star
Willamette Valley Medical Center
14 miles, N 4.1 star

Airports

Portland International Airport
41 miles, NE 3.7 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
65 miles, SW 1.4 star
Roberts Field
104 miles, SE 1.4 star
Southwest Oregon Regional Airport
130 miles, SW 1 star