Helix, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
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
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
415 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$185,153 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$228,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$388 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$544 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Umatilla County
3
Hermiston-Pendleton Urban 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

Umatilla County
4
Hermiston-Pendleton Urban Area
4
Oregon
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 35
Feb 1 2 39
Mar 1 0 46
Apr 1 0 52
May 1 0 60
Jun 1 0 67
Jul 0 0 74
Aug 0 0 73
Sep 0 0 64
Oct 1 0 53
Nov 1 1 42
Dec 1 3 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 8%

Schools

Helix School
<1 miles, E 3.2 star
Weston-McEwen High School
9 miles, SE 4.1 star
Athena Elementary School
9 miles, SE 2.8 star
Weston Middle School
12 miles, SE 1.9 star

Colleges

Blue Mountain Community College
14 miles, SW 1.4 star
Walla Walla University
19 miles, NE 2.8 star
Whitman College
22 miles, E 3.2 star
Walla Walla Community College
24 miles, E 1.9 star

Hospitals

St Anthony Hospital
16 miles, SW 4.1 star
Good Shepherd Medical Center
31 miles, W 3.2 star
Trios Health
33 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
36 miles, N 1 star
Spokane International Airport
133 miles, NE 1.9 star
Roberts Field
164 miles, W 1.4 star