Svensen, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
897 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,423 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$371,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$527 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,338 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clatsop County
2
Astoria Urban 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

Clatsop County
5
Astoria Urban Area
5
Oregon
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 10 1 42
Feb 7 1 43
Mar 7 0 46
Apr 5 0 49
May 4 0 53
Jun 3 0 57
Jul 1 0 61
Aug 1 0 61
Sep 2 0 58
Oct 6 0 52
Nov 11 0 45
Dec 10 1 41

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 11%

Schools

Knappa High School
2 miles, E 3.2 star
Hilda Lahti Elementary School
2 miles, E 1.4 star
Astoria Middle School
9 miles, NW 1.9 star

Colleges

Clatsop Community College
8 miles, NW 1.4 star
Stylemaster College of Hair Design
34 miles, SE 1 star
Lower Columbia College
34 miles, SE 1.4 star
Tillamook Bay Community College
49 miles, SW 1.4 star

Hospitals

Columbia Memorial Hospital
8 miles, NW 3.2 star
Providence Seaside Hospital
17 miles, W 4.1 star
Peacehealth St John Medical Center
34 miles, SE 3.2 star

Airports

Portland International Airport
64 miles, SE 3.7 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
110 miles, NE 4.1 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
142 miles, S 1.4 star
Roberts Field
179 miles, S 1.4 star