Chemult, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Chemult is a small town in Oregon with a population of 48.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
48 Population 185/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $29,406 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 29.2%
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population48
Median Age72.9 yrs
Density185/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,406
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$16,683M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Elevation4,764 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
CommuteN/A
Broadband46.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is Chemult a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chemult receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Chemult offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

29.2% 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

Chemult has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Chemult has a population of 48 with a density of 185 people per square mile. The median age is 72.9 years, 87% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

48
Total Population
185
People / sq mi
72.9yrs
Median Age
87% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Chemult vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chemult vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chemult is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Chemult vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,406
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$104,074

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,562
County GDP$16,683M

Business (County)

Restaurants699
Healthcare960
Retail869
Manufacturing365

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,048
73% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home63.6%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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)$6,048
73% above US avg
In Chemult, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma12.8%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate44.8%
Checkup Rate68.7%
Premature Death5,427/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access93.8%
Healthcare Facilities960

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Chemult has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,764 ft (1,452 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density185/sq mi
Coordinates43.2151°N, 121.7850°W
County FIPS41017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.1-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.6%
D 53.7%

Winner: Democrat by 10.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.2%
13% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density185/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities960
Restaurants699
Retail Stores869

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home63.6%

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