Hood River Urban Area, OR
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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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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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
23,958
332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
39.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$82,095
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$571,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$655
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,180
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
Oregon
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6 | 6 | 37 |
| Feb | 5 | 4 | 40 |
| Mar | 4 | 1 | 44 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 49 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 62 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 67 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 7 | 2 | 42 |
| Dec | 7 | 6 | 36 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.
Liberal (57%) (38%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 32%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, OR State Senate District 26, OR State House District 52, ORSchools
Parkdale Elementary School
3 miles, E
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2.3
Mid Valley Elementary School
10 miles, NE
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1.9
WyEast Middle School
10 miles, NE
•
1.4
Hood River Valley High School
13 miles, NE
•
3.7
Colleges
Columbia Gorge Community College
23 miles, E
•
1.4
Mt Hood Community College
36 miles, NW
•
1.4
Charter College
41 miles, NW
•
1.4
University of Western States
42 miles, NW
•
2.8
Hospitals
Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital
15 miles, NE
•
4.1
Skyline Hospital
17 miles, NE
Mid-Columbia Medical Center
24 miles, E
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4.1
Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center
36 miles, NW
•
4.1
Airports
Portland International Airport
46 miles, NW
•
3.7
Roberts Field
90 miles, S
•
1.4
Mahlon Sweet Field
122 miles, SW
•
1.4
Tri-Cities Airport
133 miles, E
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1