Harper, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
159 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
5.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$173,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$700 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$825 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Malheur County
2
Ontario 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

Malheur County
5
Ontario Urban Area
5
Oregon
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 27
Feb 1 2 33
Mar 1 0 41
Apr 1 0 48
May 1 0 56
Jun 1 0 64
Jul 0 0 72
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 0 0 60
Oct 1 0 48
Nov 1 2 36
Dec 2 9 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (76%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, OR State Senate District 30, OR State House District 60, OR
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Schools

Harper Charter School
1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Vale High School
20 miles, E • 4.1 star
Vale Elementary School
21 miles, E • 2.3 star
Vale Middle School
21 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Treasure Valley Community College
34 miles, E • 1.4 star
The College of Idaho
49 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Weiser Memorial Hospital
43 miles, E • 4.1 star
West Valley Medical Center
48 miles, SE • 4.1 star
St Luke's Nampa Medical Center
54 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Boise Air Terminal-Gowen Field
73 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Friedman Memorial Airport
168 miles, SE • 1 star
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
176 miles, NE • 1 star
Roberts Field
177 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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