Canyon City, OR

Oregon

Canyon City is a small town in Oregon with a population of 920. Residents earn $88,542 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
920 Population 652/sq mi density
$88,542 Median Income $38,400 per capita
$184,300 Home Value $308,245 Zillow
$832 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$88,542 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,300 home value, $832/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,542
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $184,300
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.1%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $832
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

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

People

Population920
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density652/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,542
Per Capita$38,400
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty0.4%
County GDP$373M
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,300
Rent$832
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$308,245

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain12.3 in/yr
Elevation3,178 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 18%
Commute8 min
Libraries1

Is Canyon City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canyon City receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Canyon City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Canyon City is $88,542, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Canyon City is $184,300, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $832 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.1% 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

Canyon City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Canyon City has a population of 920 with a density of 652 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 4.8% Hispanic, 1.2% Asian.

Population

920
Total Population
652
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Canyon City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Canyon City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canyon City is $88,542, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Canyon City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,542
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,400
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$56,689

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg
Establishments (County)340
County GDP$373M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare19
Retail33
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.0 min
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Canyon City is $184,300, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $832 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $308,245.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,300
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$308,245

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$832
28% 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-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Rate1.69%
In Canyon City, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Canyon City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma12.6%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate69.4%
Premature Death6,071/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access60.6%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Canyon City has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.3 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall9.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,178 ft (969 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density652/sq mi
Coordinates44.3930°N, 118.9495°W
County FIPS41023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.8%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.1%
11% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.14
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density652/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants25
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.0 min
Work from Home14.6%

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