Cape Meares, OR

Oregon

Cape Meares is a small town in Oregon with a population of 189. Residents earn $90,338 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
189 Population 55/sq mi density
$90,338 Median Income $48,740 per capita
$755,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,338 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$755,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,338
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $755,200
168% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.9%
63% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population189
Median Age74.9 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,338
Per Capita$48,740
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,475M

Housing

D
Home Value$755,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain76.7 in/yr
Elevation22 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
CommuteN/A
Libraries7

Is Cape Meares a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cape Meares receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Cape Meares offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cape Meares is $90,338, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cape Meares is $755,200, making it a premium housing market at 168% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Cape Meares is a highly educated community — 54.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Cape Meares experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 76.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Cape Meares has a population of 189 with a density of 55 people per square mile. The median age is 74.9 years, 93% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

189
Total Population
55
People / sq mi
74.9yrs
Median Age
93% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cape Meares vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cape Meares vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cape Meares is $90,338, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Cape Meares vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,338
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,740
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$70,743

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,090
County GDP$1,475M

Business (County)

Restaurants137
Healthcare50
Retail106
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.69%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home73.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cape Meares is $755,200, 168% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$755,200
168% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Effective Rate0.69%
In Cape Meares, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cape Meares vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma13.0%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death10,982/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access63.4%
Healthcare Facilities50

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Cape Meares has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 76.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall76.7 inches
102% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation22 ft (7 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates45.5267°N, 123.9518°W
County FIPS41057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 54.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 1.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.9%
63% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants137
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home73.1%

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