Mitchell, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
211 332.4M (US)
Median Age
25.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,196 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$198,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$414 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$510 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wheeler County
2
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

Wheeler County
1
Oregon
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 34
Feb 1 3 37
Mar 1 1 42
Apr 1 1 47
May 2 0 54
Jun 1 0 61
Jul 1 0 69
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 1 0 61
Oct 1 0 50
Nov 2 2 40
Dec 1 5 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, OR State Senate District 29, OR State House District 57, OR
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Schools

Mitchell School
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Big Muddy Elementary
24 miles, N • 3.2 star
Spray School
25 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Fossil Charter School
30 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Central Oregon Community College
68 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Charles Prineville
38 miles, W • 4.1 star
St Charles Madras
48 miles, NW • 3.2 star
St Charles Redmond
54 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Roberts Field
54 miles, W • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
127 miles, NE • 1 star
Portland International Airport
138 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
154 miles, W • 1.4 star
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