Columbia County, 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
5/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- 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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- 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
53,178
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
19.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$86,359
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$390,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$623
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,090
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
3
Oregon
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
5
Oregon
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9 | 1 | 39 |
| Feb | 6 | 1 | 41 |
| Mar | 6 | 0 | 45 |
| Apr | 5 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 10 | 0 | 43 |
| Dec | 9 | 0 | 38 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (48%) (46%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 50%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, OR State Senate District 16, OR State House District 31, ORSchools
Vernonia Middle School
7 miles, SW
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1.4
Vernonia High School
7 miles, SW
•
3.7
Vernonia Elementary School
7 miles, SW
•
1.9
Mist Elementary School
9 miles, NW
•
3.2
Colleges
Stylemaster College of Hair Design
15 miles, NE
•
1
Lower Columbia College
16 miles, NE
•
1.4
Pacific University
29 miles, SW
•
2.3
Northwest College-Hillsboro
29 miles, S
•
1
Hospitals
Peacehealth St John Medical Center
15 miles, NE
•
3.2
Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
26 miles, SE
•
5
Kaiser Foundation Hospital-Westside
30 miles, S
•
5
Tuality Community Hospital
30 miles, S
•
3.2
Airports
Portland International Airport
34 miles, S
•
3.7
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
110 miles, NE
•
4.1
Mahlon Sweet Field
126 miles, SW
•
1.4
Roberts Field
150 miles, S
•
1.4