Sisters, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
3,018 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
42.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,115 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$586,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$726 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,262 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Deschutes County
2
Bend Metro 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

Deschutes County
4
Bend Metro Area
4
Oregon
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 32
Feb 2 4 35
Mar 2 2 40
Apr 1 1 44
May 2 0 51
Jun 1 0 57
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 1 0 57
Oct 1 0 48
Nov 2 2 38
Dec 3 6 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, OR State Senate District 27, OR State House District 53, OR
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Schools

Sisters Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Sisters Middle School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Sisters High School
1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Central Oregon Community College
18 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Charles Redmond
19 miles, SE • 3.2 star
St Charles Medical Center-Bend
21 miles, S • 4.1 star
St Charles Madras
32 miles, NE • 3.2 star
St Charles Prineville
36 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Roberts Field
20 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
83 miles, W • 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
103 miles, N • 3.7 star
Southwest Oregon Regional Airport
147 miles, W • 1 star
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