Bonanza, OR

Oregon

Bonanza is a small town in Oregon with a population of 550. Residents earn $92,750 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
550 Population 671/sq mi density
$92,750 Median Income $47,143 per capita
$235,200 Home Value $293,979 Zillow
$850 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$92,750 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$235,200 home value, $850/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,750
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $235,200
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population550
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density671/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$92,750
Per Capita$47,143
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$3,627M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$235,200
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$293,979

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation4,140 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+86.4%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Libraries12

Is Bonanza a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonanza receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Bonanza stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonanza is $92,750, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bonanza is $235,200, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bonanza experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Bonanza has a population of 550 with a density of 671 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%), with 5.5% Hispanic.

Population

550
Total Population
671
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonanza vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.9%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.1%
87% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bonanza vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonanza is $92,750, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Bonanza vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,750
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,143
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$59,413

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,382
County GDP$3,627M

Business (County)

Restaurants195
Healthcare175
Retail217
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,619
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bonanza is $235,200, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $293,979.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,200
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$293,979

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg

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-Occupied71.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,619
3% above US avg
Effective Rate1.54%
In Bonanza, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma12.4%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate69.8%
Premature Death11,782/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access74.6%
Healthcare Facilities175

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Bonanza has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,140 ft (1,262 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density671/sq mi
Coordinates42.2003°N, 121.4067°W
County FIPS41035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 41.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score5.14
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density671/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities175
Restaurants195
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Work from Home4.7%

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