Lafayette, OR
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- 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
4,428
332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
16.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$96,419
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$383,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$630
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$958
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
89.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Yamhill 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
Yamhill County
4
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
5
Oregon
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7 | 1 | 42 |
| Feb | 5 | 1 | 44 |
| Mar | 5 | 0 | 47 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 62 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 67 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| Nov | 8 | 3 | 46 |
| Dec | 8 | 1 | 40 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 44% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.
Liberal (45%) (49%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 45%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 6, OR State Senate District 12, OR State House District 24, ORSchools
Wascher Elementary School
<1 miles, SE
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3.7
Peace Valley School
1 miles, E
Dayton High School
2 miles, S
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4.1
Dayton Jr High School
2 miles, S
•
2.3
Colleges
Linfield College-McMinnville Campus
5 miles, W
•
3.7
George Fox University
8 miles, E
•
2.3
Pacific University
19 miles, NE
•
2.3
Hospitals
Willamette Valley Medical Center
4 miles, SW
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4.1
Providence Newberg Medical Center
10 miles, E
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4.1
Tuality Community Hospital
20 miles, NE
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3.2
Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center
20 miles, E
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4.1
Airports
Portland International Airport
34 miles, E
•
3.7
Mahlon Sweet Field
78 miles, SW
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1.4
Roberts Field
118 miles, SE
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1.4
Southwest Oregon Regional Airport
138 miles, SW
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