Waterloo, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
242 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,458 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$236,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$405 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$738 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
93.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Linn County
2
Albany 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

Linn County
5
Albany Metro Area
5
Oregon
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 7 2 41
Feb 6 2 43
Mar 6 2 47
Apr 4 1 50
May 3 0 56
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 1 0 66
Aug 1 0 67
Sep 2 0 62
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 8 2 45
Dec 9 2 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 13%

Schools

Hamilton Creek School
1 miles, N 2.3 star
Sand Ridge Charter School
2 miles, W 4.6 star
Seven Oak Middle School
4 miles, NW 2.3 star
Riverview School
4 miles, NW 2.3 star

Colleges

Linn-Benton Community College
16 miles, NW 1.4 star
Oregon State University
23 miles, NW 2.8 star
Phagans Beauty College
24 miles, NW 1 star
Corban University
28 miles, N 1.9 star

Hospitals

Samaritan Albany General Hospital
17 miles, NW 5 star
Santiam Hospital
22 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

Mahlon Sweet Field
32 miles, SW 1.4 star
Portland International Airport
76 miles, NE 3.7 star
Roberts Field
84 miles, SE 1.4 star
Southwest Oregon Regional Airport
103 miles, SW 1 star