Cayuse, OR

Oregon

Cayuse is a small town in Oregon with a population of 41. Residents earn $83,125 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
41 Population 14/sq mi density
$83,125 Median Income $29,437 per capita
$196,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$196,900 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,125
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $196,900
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population41
Median Age61.1 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans44.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,125
Per Capita$29,437
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,552M

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Elevation1,388 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
CommuteN/A
Broadband19.0%
Libraries12

Is Cayuse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cayuse receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Cayuse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cayuse is $83,125, 11% 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 Cayuse is $196,900, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% 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 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Cayuse experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches, including 14.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Cayuse has a population of 41 with a density of 14 people per square mile. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.7%), with 29.3% Hispanic.

Population

41
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
61.1yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cayuse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.3%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.7%
20% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cayuse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cayuse is $83,125, which is 11% 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: Cayuse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,125
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,437
Avg Weekly Wage$1,069
IRS Avg AGI$63,429

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,534
County GDP$4,552M

Business (County)

Restaurants174
Healthcare178
Retail235
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,015
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.04%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home30.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cayuse is $196,900, 30% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,900
30% below 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-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,015
15% above US avg
Effective Rate2.04%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Premature Death8,639/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities178

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cayuse has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall14.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,388 ft (423 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates45.6765°N, 118.5735°W
County FIPS41059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.8-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 37.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities178
Restaurants174
Retail Stores235

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home30.8%

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