Yachats, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
881 332.4M (US)
Median Age
64.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
56.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$549,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$877 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$781 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
3
Newport Urban 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

Lincoln County
4
Newport Urban Area
4
Oregon
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 11 1 41
Feb 8 2 44
Mar 8 0 47
Apr 5 0 50
May 4 0 55
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 64
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 5 0 54
Nov 11 1 45
Dec 11 1 41

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (53%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 50%
Other 11%

Schools

Angell Jcc
4 miles, NE 3.2 star
Waldport High School
7 miles, NE 4.1 star
Crestview Heights School
7 miles, NE 1.9 star
Waldport Middle School
7 miles, NE 3.7 star

Colleges

Oregon Coast Community College
20 miles, NE 1.4 star
Phagans Beauty College
42 miles, E 1 star
Oregon State University
44 miles, E 2.8 star
New Hope Christian College-Eugene
51 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Samaritan Pacific Community Hospital
22 miles, NE 3.2 star
Peace Harbor Medical Center
23 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Mahlon Sweet Field
46 miles, SE 1.4 star
Southwest Oregon Regional Airport
62 miles, SW 1 star
Portland International Airport
115 miles, NE 3.7 star
Roberts Field
146 miles, SE 1.4 star