Elgin, OR
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- 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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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- 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
1,592
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
9.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$53,750
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$180,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$713
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Union County
2
La Grande Urban Area
2
Oregon
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Union County
4
La Grande Urban Area
4
Oregon
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 8 | 31 |
| Feb | 2 | 5 | 34 |
| Mar | 2 | 1 | 40 |
| Apr | 2 | 1 | 46 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 53 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov | 2 | 3 | 37 |
| Dec | 2 | 9 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.
Liberal (27%) (69%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 75%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, OR State Senate District 29, OR State House District 58, ORSchools
Stella Mayfield Elementary School
<1 miles, NE
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2.3
Elgin High School
<1 miles, SW
•
2.8
Imbler Charter School
7 miles, SW
•
4.1
Lighthouse Apostolic Academy
17 miles, SW
•
1
Colleges
Eastern Oregon University
19 miles, SW
•
1.9
Walla Walla Community College
39 miles, N
•
1.9
Whitman College
40 miles, N
•
3.2
Walla Walla University
40 miles, N
•
2.8
Hospitals
Grande Ronde Hospital
19 miles, SW
•
3.2
Wallowa Memorial Hospital
32 miles, SE
•
5
Providence St Mary Medical Center
40 miles, N
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5
St Anthony Hospital
44 miles, NW
•
4.1
Airports
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
71 miles, NE
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1
Tri-Cities Airport
75 miles, NW
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1
Spokane International Airport
143 miles, NE
•
1.9
Boise Air Terminal-Gowen Field
162 miles, S
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2.3