Wallowa, 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
7/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
609
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$47,798
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$318,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$325
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$612
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Wallowa 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
Wallowa County
3
Oregon
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 7 | 30 |
| Feb | 1 | 4 | 33 |
| Mar | 1 | 2 | 40 |
| Apr | 2 | 1 | 45 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 52 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 67 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 48 |
| Nov | 2 | 3 | 37 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.
Liberal (24%) (71%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 71%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, OR State Senate District 29, OR State House District 58, ORSchools
Wallowa High School
<1 miles, NW
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4.1
Wallowa Elementary School
<1 miles, NW
•
2.8
Enterprise Sda School
16 miles, SE
Enterprise Elementary School
16 miles, SE
•
2.8
Colleges
Eastern Oregon University
32 miles, W
•
1.9
Walla Walla Community College
50 miles, NW
•
1.9
Whitman College
52 miles, NW
•
3.2
Walla Walla University
53 miles, NW
•
2.8
Hospitals
Wallowa Memorial Hospital
15 miles, SE
•
5
Grande Ronde Hospital
33 miles, W
•
3.2
Providence St Mary Medical Center
52 miles, NW
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5
Dayton General Hospital
56 miles, N
Airports
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
61 miles, NE
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1
Tri-Cities Airport
90 miles, NW
•
1
Spokane International Airport
142 miles, N
•
1.9
Boise Air Terminal-Gowen Field
153 miles, S
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2.3