Cascade Locks, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
1,529 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,357 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$330,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$620 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,116 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hood River County
1
Hood River Urban Area
1
Oregon
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Hood River County
2
Hood River Urban Area
2
Oregon
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 6 37
Feb 5 4 40
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 3 0 50
May 2 0 57
Jun 2 0 63
Jul 1 0 69
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 1 0 62
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 7 2 43
Dec 7 6 36

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 37%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, OR State Senate District 26, OR State House District 52, OR
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Schools

Cascade Locks School
1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Preschool
2 miles, N
Stevenson High School
2 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Mt Hood Community College
28 miles, W • 1.4 star
Charter College
30 miles, W • 1.4 star
University of Western States
33 miles, W • 2.8 star
Columbia Gorge Community College
33 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Skyline Hospital
20 miles, E
Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center
28 miles, W • 4.1 star
Mid-Columbia Medical Center
34 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Portland International Airport
36 miles, W • 3.7 star
Roberts Field
104 miles, S • 1.4 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
124 miles, N • 4.1 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
126 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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