Deer Island, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
191 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
39.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$89,792 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$387,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$689 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$580 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia 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

Columbia County
2
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
5
Oregon
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 9 1 39
Feb 6 1 41
Mar 6 0 45
Apr 4 0 48
May 3 0 54
Jun 2 0 58
Jul 1 0 63
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 10 0 42
Dec 9 0 38

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 11%

Schools

Columbia City School
3 miles, S 2.3 star
Woodland High School
4 miles, SE 3.7 star
St Helens Arthur Academy
5 miles, SW 4.6 star
Columbia County Education Campus
5 miles, S 1.9 star

Colleges

Lower Columbia College
15 miles, N 1.4 star
Clark College
23 miles, S 1.4 star

Hospitals

Peacehealth St John Medical Center
14 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Portland International Airport
27 miles, S 3.7 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
108 miles, NE 4.1 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
126 miles, SW 1.4 star
Roberts Field
143 miles, S 1.4 star