Westport, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
260 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
27.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$63,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$268 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$723 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 11 1 42
Feb 8 1 43
Mar 8 0 46
Apr 6 0 49
May 4 0 54
Jun 3 0 57
Jul 1 0 61
Aug 1 0 61
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 6 0 52
Nov 12 0 45
Dec 11 1 41

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 12%

Schools

Wahkiakum High School
5 miles, N 3.2 star
Clatskanie Middle/High School
8 miles, SE 1.9 star
Clatskanie Elementary School
8 miles, SE 2.3 star

Colleges

Lower Columbia College
21 miles, E 1.4 star
Clatsop Community College
22 miles, NW 1.4 star
Pacific University
44 miles, S 2.3 star

Hospitals

Peacehealth St John Medical Center
21 miles, E 3.2 star
Columbia Memorial Hospital
22 miles, NW 3.2 star
Providence Seaside Hospital
28 miles, W 4.1 star

Airports

Portland International Airport
53 miles, SE 3.7 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
104 miles, NE 4.1 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
139 miles, S 1.4 star
Roberts Field
169 miles, S 1.4 star