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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $88,542 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,400 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,040 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,689 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 340 |
| County GDP | $373M |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,111 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.69% |
| Commute Time | 8.0 min |
| Work from Home | 14.6% |
| Census Median | $184,300 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $308,245 |
| Census Median Rent | $832 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,111 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.69% |
| Obesity | 32.4% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.3% |
| Depression | 28.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,071/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.3 inches |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 9.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3,178 ft (969 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 652/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3930°N, 118.9495°W |
| County FIPS | 41023 |
Winner: Republican by 60.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.1% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.14 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 652/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Retail Stores | 33 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 8.0 min |
| Work from Home | 14.6% |