Westfir, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
434 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,031 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$295,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$800 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,016 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lane County
4
Eugene-Springfield Metro Area
4
Oregon
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lane County
6
Eugene-Springfield Metro Area
6
Oregon
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 3 39
Feb 5 3 41
Mar 4 2 45
Apr 4 1 49
May 3 0 54
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 1 0 66
Aug 1 0 66
Sep 1 0 60
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 7 2 43
Dec 7 4 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 9%

Schools

Oakridge High School
2 miles, SE 3.2 star
Oakridge Junior High School
2 miles, SE 1.9 star
Oakridge Elementary School
2 miles, SE 1.9 star
Childs Way Charter School
18 miles, W 3.2 star

Colleges

Lane Community College
32 miles, NW 1.4 star
University of Oregon
35 miles, NW 2.8 star
Northwest College-Eugene
35 miles, NW 1 star
Northwest Christian University
35 miles, NW 2.3 star

Hospitals

McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center
32 miles, NW 4.1 star
Sacred Heart Medical Center-Riverbend
34 miles, NW 4.1 star
Sacred Heart University District
35 miles, NW 3.2 star

Airports

Mahlon Sweet Field
43 miles, NW 1.4 star
Roberts Field
76 miles, E 1.4 star