Home Value $451,500

60% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.6%

36% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 27.6%

14% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.6%

79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population537

Median Age61.4 yrs

Density185/mi²

Male / Female40% / 60%

Largest GroupWhite 74%

Veterans10.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$62,638

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty2.6%

County GDP$2,870M

Commute44 min

Housing

Home Value$451,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units166

Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity27.6%

Uninsured5.7%

Smoking11.6%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain23.1 in/yr

Sunny Days308/yr

Elevation334 ft (102 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.6%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+12.0%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%

Commute44 min

Broadband100.0%

Libraries3

Is Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bend receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Bend has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bend is $451,500, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

21.6% 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 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bend enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Bend has a population of 537 with a density of 185 people per square mile. The median age is 61.4 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.6%).

Population

537

Total Population

185

People / sq mi

61.4yrs

Median Age

58% above US avg

2.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%

Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bend is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$62,638
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,099
IRS Avg AGI	$61,286

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.6%
	79% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,295
County GDP	$2,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants	114
Healthcare	133
Retail	157
Manufacturing	44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,827
	9% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	43.8 min
Drive Alone	91.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bend is $451,500, 60% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$451,500
	60% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,513
1 Bedroom	$1,647
2 Bedrooms	$2,053
3 Bedrooms	$2,752
4 Bedrooms	$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	166
Median Year Built	1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,827
	9% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.85%

In Bend, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 11.6% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	27.6%
	14% below US avg
Diabetes	7.8%
Heart Disease	4.8%
High Blood Pressure	26.7%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	4.9%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.6%
	17% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.4%
Physical Inactivity	18.0%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	19.5%
Physical Distress	12.3%
Short Sleep	33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.1%
Uninsured	5.7%
	34% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,871
Dentists	1:1,591
Mental Health	1:430
Checkup Rate	70.1%
Dental Visits	71.4%
Premature Death	11,336/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.1/10
Exercise Access	56.2%
Healthcare Facilities	133

Bend has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.1 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	63.3°F
	17% above US avg
January Average	47°F (9°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	23.1 inches
	39% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	334 ft (102 m)
Area	2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density	185/sq mi
Coordinates	40.2551°N, 122.2109°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06103

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%

D 28%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.6%
	36% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	12.0%
School Test Score	4.69

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	185/sq mi
Total Area	2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	100.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	133
Restaurants	114
Retail Stores	157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	17
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	43.8 min
Drive Alone	91.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.7%

Bend, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Bend a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Bend vs U.S. Average

Income: Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities