Alsea, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Alsea is a small town in Oregon with a population of 129.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
129 Population 806/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $20,795 per capita
N/A Home Value $449,926 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Alsea Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population129
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density806/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,795
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,267M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$449,926

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain91.9 in/yr
Elevation297 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 28% / D 68%
CommuteN/A
Broadband67.0%
Libraries5

Is Alsea a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alsea receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Alsea stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Alsea experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 91.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Alsea has a population of 129 with a density of 806 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

129
Total Population
806
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.1%
Female 65.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Alsea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alsea vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alsea is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Alsea vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$20,795
Avg Weekly Wage$1,292
IRS Avg AGI$89,865

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,121
County GDP$6,267M

Business (County)

Restaurants245
Healthcare307
Retail261
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,646
90% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home41.9%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $449,926.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$449,926

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,051
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,425
3 Bedrooms$1,963
4 Bedrooms$2,318

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,646
90% above US avg
In Alsea, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 14.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Alsea vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
17% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma12.2%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity14.6%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death4,158/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access92.4%
Healthcare Facilities307

Crime Rates: Alsea vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Alsea has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 91.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall91.9 inches
142% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation297 ft (91 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density806/sq mi
Coordinates44.3818°N, 123.5958°W
County FIPS41003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 39.6-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 28.5%
D 68.1%

Winner: Democrat by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density806/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities307
Restaurants245
Retail Stores261

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home41.9%

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