Vernonia, 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
5/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- 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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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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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
2,716
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
12.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$83,324
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
43 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$321,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$588
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$937
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Columbia 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
Columbia County
2
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
5
Oregon
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9 | 1 | 39 |
| Feb | 7 | 1 | 41 |
| Mar | 7 | 0 | 45 |
| Apr | 5 | 0 | 48 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 10 | 0 | 43 |
| Dec | 10 | 0 | 38 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (45%) (47%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 52%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, OR State Senate District 16, OR State House District 31, ORSchools
Vernonia Middle School
<1 miles, SE
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1.4
Vernonia High School
<1 miles, SE
•
3.7
Vernonia Elementary School
<1 miles, SE
•
1.9
Mist Elementary School
10 miles, N
•
3.2
Colleges
Stylemaster College of Hair Design
22 miles, NE
•
1
Lower Columbia College
23 miles, NE
•
1.4
Pacific University
24 miles, S
•
2.3
Northwest College-Hillsboro
25 miles, S
•
1
Hospitals
Peacehealth St John Medical Center
22 miles, NE
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3.2
Tuality Community Hospital
26 miles, S
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3.2
Kaiser Foundation Hospital-Westside
27 miles, S
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5
Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
28 miles, SE
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5
Airports
Portland International Airport
34 miles, SE
•
3.7
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
117 miles, NE
•
4.1
Mahlon Sweet Field
120 miles, SW
•
1.4
Roberts Field
149 miles, S
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1.4