Bandon, OR

Oregon

Bandon is a small town in Oregon with a population of 3,323. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,323 Population 1,204/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $38,881 per capita
$449,600 Home Value $473,117 Zillow
$907 Median Rent 38.6% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 5.1% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$449,600 home value, $907/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $449,600
59% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $907
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,323
Median Age57.8 yrs
Density1,204/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$38,881
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$3,271M
Commute16 min

Housing

F
Home Value$449,600
Rent$907
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$473,117
Rent Burden38.6%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,244/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary262/100K

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Elevation71 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute16 min
EV Stations8
Libraries8

Is Bandon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bandon receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Bandon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bandon is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bandon is $449,600, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $907 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Bandon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,244 per 100,000, 37% below the national average.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bandon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Bandon has a population of 3,323 with a density of 1,204 people per square mile. The median age is 57.8 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 5.8% Hispanic.

Population

3,323
Total Population
1,204
People / sq mi
57.8yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.2%
Female 59.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bandon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bandon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bandon is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Bandon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,881
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,086
County GDP$3,271M

Business (County)

Restaurants175
Healthcare193
Retail238
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,041
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bandon is $449,600, 59% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $907 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $473,117.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$449,600
59% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$473,117
Median List Price$499,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$499,999
$/Sq Ft$380
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops15.6%
Inventory32

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$907
22% below US avg
Rent Burden38.6%

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-Occupied60.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,041
15% above US avg
Effective Rate0.90%
In Bandon, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma12.7%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death10,129/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access77.7%
Healthcare Facilities193
Bandon has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,244 per 100,000 (37% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,243.9/100K
37% below US avg
Burglary261.9/100K
Theft883.8/100K
Vehicle Theft98.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Bandon has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.8 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation71 ft (22 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density1,204/sq mi
Coordinates43.1147°N, 124.4155°W
County FIPS41011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.14
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,204/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities193
Restaurants175
Retail Stores238

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Work from Home11.5%

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